One difference between the amendment process of the US and the Florida Constitution is that Florida allows citizens to propose amendments through a petition process, while in the US, amendments must be proposed by Congress or a national convention. Florida created that difference because it aims to increase citizen engagement and give the public a more direct voice in shaping their government, reflecting the state's values of local control and democratic participation. This approach allows for more responsive governance and adapts to the specific needs of Florida's residents.
Based on your teacher-created resources and lessons in Pearson Online Classroom: What is one difference between the amendment process of the US and the Florida Constitution? Why do you think Florida has that difference in their Constitution? Example sentence frame: One difference between the amendment process of the US and the Florida Constitution is _____. Florida created that difference because_____.
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