Read the scenario.A city enacts a policy that all public playgrounds must be accessible and usable by children of all abilities, reflecting the principle that public spaces should be inclusive and non-discriminatory.Which excerpt from George Mason’s Virginia Declaration of Rights best aligns with the city policy for accessible playgrounds?
Answer
A
"That the freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty..."
B
"That the legislative, executive, and judiciary department shall be separate and distinct..."
C
"That all men are by nature equally free and independent, and have certain inherent rights..."
D
"That no free government, or the blessings of liberty, can be preserved to any people but by a frequent recurrence to fundamental principles..."
Explanation
The policy ensures that children of all abilities can use public playgrounds, reflecting equal treatment and respect for everyone’s inherent rights. Choice C states that all people are “equally free and independent” and have inherent rights, so it best aligns with the policy. The other excerpts address freedom of the press, separation of government powers, and returning to fundamental principles.
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