What gives states the right to enact laws protecting, among other things, morals?

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The police power is the power given to states to enact laws to protect the health, safety, and morals of their citizens. This power is not explicitly granted in the U.S. Constitution, but it is recognized by the Supreme Court as an inherent power of state governments. The Magna Carta and Commerce Clause are not relevant to the states' right to enact laws protecting morals.

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