Senator Smith was tried in federal district court for accepting illegal foreign campaign contributions to his senatorial campaign committee. Despite his wealth and political status, Senator Smith was convicted and sentenced to two years in prison. The above scenario is an example of ______ at work in the American criminal justice system.

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Answer:the rule of law

Explanation:The rule of law is based on ideas and beliefs that in order to achieve solidarity and stability within society , established principles must be used to govern people within the society. This set the codes which will lead to uniformity and fairness to all the members of the society

Senator Smith was convicted irrespective of his position but since he committed illegal act law applies to everyone equally and fairly .