The Tenth Amendment grants states powers not given to the federal government, limiting it to powers expressly mentioned in the Constitution. It does not strip away implied powers granted under the necessary and proper clause. States have used the amendment to challenge federal interference in environmental and labor regulations. The federal government grants many powers […]
An economic constitution is a set of policies and guidelines created by a government to control a nation’s economy, often including the creation of a central bank or federal reserve. It can help increase stability and economic engagement with other countries, with a focus on monetary policy and controlling inflation. An economic constitution is a […]
The Wyandotte Constitution was the basis for Kansas’s admission to the Union in 1861, abolishing slavery and giving women limited rights. It ended the period of Bleeding Kansas and was ratified in 1859, with Clarina Nichols advocating for women’s rights. The constitution also addressed the size of Kansas and was sent to the President, Senate, […]
The 25th Amendment to the US Constitution was influenced by President Kennedy’s assassination and medical technology. It clarifies the process of replacing a president who is unable to fulfill their duties and grants certain powers to the president and executive branch. The amendment also allows for the removal of a president if they are unable […]
The 15th Amendment to the US Constitution prohibits the denial of voting rights based on race, color, or former servitude. It was ratified in 1870 as part of the Reconstruction Amendments, aimed at abolishing slavery and promoting equality. The amendment was supported by the Republican Party to increase their electoral base. While Congress has the […]
The USS Constitution, or “Old Ironsides,” is a durable ship commissioned by President George Washington in 1797. It was built to protect American commerce and sailors from attacks in the Mediterranean and was designed to be strong and fast. During the War of 1812, it defeated several British warships. The ship was believed to have […]
The Fourth Amendment protects Americans from unreasonable searches and seizures, including illegal arrest. It applies to both federal and state law enforcement agencies and requires probable cause or a warrant for a search. There are exclusions, such as visible open containers of alcohol, and it only applies to government entities. Violations can result in cases […]
The 19th Amendment to the US Constitution gave women the right to vote and Congress the power to enforce it. Before its passage, women faced discrimination in many areas. The suffragist movement, which began in the mid-19th century, worked to secure women’s rights. In 1918, a successful campaign was launched to influence voters to support […]
The 13th Amendment abolished slavery in the US, except as punishment for a crime. Before the Civil War, laws protected slavery. The amendment was passed in 1865 and ratified by 30 states. It initiated the relationship between the Constitution and equal rights for all races. The relationship between the US Constitution and slavery stems from […]
The Eighth Amendment to the US Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishments and excessive bail bonds. It was ratified in 1791 and supplemented by the 14th Amendment. The amendment outlawed punishments deemed excessive or removed from society’s values, and limited punishments degrading human dignity, arbitrary, rejected by society, or useless. The death sentence is controversial, […]
The Ninth Amendment to the US Constitution protects unenumerated rights not mentioned elsewhere in the Constitution. It supplements the Bill of Rights and protects personal freedoms from state and federal violations. The Supreme Court interprets these rights, but some argue it does not give judges the power to determine them. The amendment was controversial and […]
The Fifth Amendment outlines the rights of individuals charged with a crime, including the right to a fair trial, protection against self-incrimination, and the prohibition of double jeopardy. It also establishes the concept of due process, influenced by Magna Carta, and obliges the state to demonstrate criminal behavior before taking action against a person. The […]
The Constitution Party is a third party in the US, based on traditional conservative principles and a return to the Constitution. It advocates for a smaller government, strict adherence to the Constitution, and a change in foreign policy. The party opposes amnesty for illegal immigrants and supports the Second Amendment. In the United States, the […]
The US Constitution has been amended 27 times, with the first ten amendments known as the Bill of Rights. Thomas Jefferson suggested regular updates to reflect societal changes. The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution for the US. The United States Constitution has been amended 27 times since it was ratified in 1788. The […]
The Bill of Rights, ratified in 1791, consists of ten amendments to the US Constitution that establish and define the rights of citizens and limit the power of Congress and the government. They ensure individual freedoms and liberties and set an important precedent for the fluid nature of the Constitution. The amendments cover aspects of […]
The Second Amendment to the US Constitution is a controversial topic, with debate over its meaning and who it applies to. The amendment protects the right to bear arms, but the interpretation of “arms” and “militia” is unclear. The debate continues, with some arguing for responsible gun ownership and others for stricter gun control. The […]
The Living Constitution concept allows judges to interpret the US Constitution in a way that reflects changes in society while adhering to the authors’ intent. Proponents argue that the Constitution should be viewed as a conceptual foundation, while opponents argue that changes should occur through elected branches of government. The expression Living Constitution refers to […]
An economic constitution is a set of policies and guidelines created by a government to control a nation’s economy, including the creation of a central bank or federal reserve. It focuses on monetary policy and stability, and can help a country become more stable and attract external investment. International countries can also unite in parts […]
