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Section 1

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Amendment 22

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President can only serve two terms.

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Amendment 8

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No excessive bail or cruel punishment.

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supremacy clause

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statement in Article VI of the Constitution establishing that the constitution, laws passed by congress, and treatries of the US "shall be the supreme law of the land."

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articles I-VIII

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each article discusses a general topic 1-3: legislative, executive, judicial 4:explains relationship to the states to one another and to national government 5: constitution can be amended 6: supremacy clause- establishes that the constitution, laws of congress, and US treaties are the the law of the land 7:discusses ratification of the constution

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McCollough vs. Maryland

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established the favor of broad interpretation. The supreme court supported the idea that the elastic clause gave congress the right to make any laws necessary to carry out its other powers.

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popular sovereignty

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rule by the people

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federalism

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a system in which power is divided between the national and state governments

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Amendment 25

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How president turns duties over to V.P. due to illness.

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Amendment 11

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Individual cannot sue a state in a federal court.

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Amendment 23

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Washington D.C. residents can vote for president.

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Amendment 16

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Income tax.

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Why were the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

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Because of the demands of the anti-federalism during ratification

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What powers does the judicial branch have to keep the executive branch in check?

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Judicial review- declare law unconstitutional

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Amendment 18

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Prohibition.

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Constitution ratified?

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September 17, 1787

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checks and balances

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the system where each branch of government exercises some control over another

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Amendment 2

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Right to bear arms.

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Amendment 1

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Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition.

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Presidential actions

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1. Sign a bill into law 2. Reject a bill 3. Control army

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Amendment 27

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Congress cannot accept a pay raise until next term.

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Amendment 14

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If you are born or naturalized in the U.S. then you are a citizen of the U.S.

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What is the process for overturning a veto?

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2/3 of both houses of Congress propose an amendment and 3/4ths of the states must ratify it.

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Amendment 3

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Citizens do not have to house soldiers.

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Amendment 5

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No double jeopardy or no witness against yourself.

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Amendment 6

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Rights of accused in criminal cases.

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marbury vs. madison

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established the precedent for federal courts to rule on the actions of the government.

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separation of powers

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the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government

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Article of Confederation ratified?

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March 1, 1781

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Amendment 4

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No unreasonable search or arrest.

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What branch of government may declare an act of Congress unconstitutional?

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Judicial Branch

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Major Principles of the constitution

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1. popular sovereignty 2. federalism 3. separation of powers 4. checks and balances 5. judicial review 6. limited government

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Amendment 12

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Separate ballots for President and Vice President.

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Amendment 20

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President takes office on January 20th instead of March 4th.

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Amendment 7

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Trial by jury.

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Amendment 21

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Repeal prohibition.

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Amendment 19

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Women get the right to vote.

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Amendment 15

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You cannot prevent a person from voting because of race, color, or creed.

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Bill of Rights ratified?

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December 15, 1791

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Amendment 13

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Abolish slavery.

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jurisdiction

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authority of a court to rule on certain cases

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preamble

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Introduction to the constitution

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judicial review

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the power of the supreme court to declare laws and actions of local, state, or national governments unconstitutional

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Amendment 24

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Anti poll tax.

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Amendment 9

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People get rights not listed in Constitution.

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Amendment 26

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18 year olds get to vote.

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Amendment 17

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Popular election of U.S. Senators.

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How are government programs funded and run with our system of 'cooperative federalism'?

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Federal grants-in-aid, revenue sharing, categorical grants, block grants, project grants

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Amendment 10

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Any rights not given to federal government are given to the states and people.

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What is the difference between a formal amendment and an informal amendment?

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A formal amendment is actually written in the constitution and must get approved, while an informal amendment is not written but known

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due process of law

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principle in the fifth amendment stating that the govt must follow proper constitutional procedures in trials and in other actions it takes against individuals

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Section 2

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What is the Supremacy Clause?

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The Constitution is the supreme law of the land

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What was the ruling in the court case of Puerto Rico v. Branstad?

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Supreme Court ruled that federal courts order a governor to extradite someone

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Democracy

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A system of government in which the citizens exercise power directly or elect representatives from among themselves to form a governing body, such as a parliament.

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Senate

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The senate hears impeachment trials and decides whether an individual is guilty or innocent. If guilty, they can remove that person from office. The senate also approves presidential appointees.

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What are Inherent powers? List some examples.

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Powers that the govt may exercise simply because it is the govt. Ex. Congress regulates immigration and acquires territory

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What are "Grants-in-aid"?

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Grants of federal money or other resources to the States and/or local governments

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What are Implied powers? List some examples.

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Powers not listed in the Constitution, but suggested Ex. Income tax, Military draft

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Difference between state and federal court?

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State courts have broad jurisdiction, so the cases individual citizens are most likely to be involved in -- such as robberies, traffic violations, broken contracts, and family disputes -- are usually tried in state courts. The only cases state courts are not allowed to hear are lawsuits against the United States and those involving certain specific federal laws: criminal, antitrust, bankruptcy, patent, copyright, and some maritime cases.

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Representative

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An individual who is a member of the House of Representatives. Each state is divided into districts depending on population. Each district elects a Representative who serves for 2 years at a time. Someone must be a citizen for at least 7 years, and live in the state that voted them in. Individuals must be at least 25 to be a Representative.

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President Pro-Tempore

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This individual runs the Senate in the Vice President is not able to.

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What is meant by the term "extradition"?

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legal process in which a person running from the police in one state is returned by the police of another state

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Relationship between religion and government?

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Religion and government are like couples who sometimes say it's hard to live together but they find that they cannot live together. Religion and both governments need independence to sprout, but history has shown that a complete divorce isn't healthy (take a look at the Finnish Democratic Republic it lasted exactly 1 year). They walk different tracks but are compatible. They are very effective and very successful when they protect and encourage each other. Religion helps guide government on a straight path to the correct location, it's like laws for laws.

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Dictatorship

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Form of government in which absolute power is exercised by a dictator

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What is meant by the term "reserved powers"?

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Powers granted to the states through the 10th amendment

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Declaration of Independence

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July 4, 1776

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Senator

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A congressmen or congresswomen who is a member of the Senate. Senators represent their state as a whole. Senators must be at least 30 years old, have been a citizen in the United States for 9 years, and they serve a 6 year term. They also must be a resident in the state the votes them in.

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The Common Good Vs. Individual Rights

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-The Common Good is an idea that an individual's right may take a back seat to what's best for a group of people as a whole. -Individual rights refer to the liberties of each individual to pursue life and goals without interference from other individuals or the government. Examples of individual rights include the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness as stated in the United States Declaration of Independence.

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What are Interstate Compacts?

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Agreements among States that focus on solving problems they share

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What are Expressed powers? List some examples.

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Powers specifically granted in the Constitution. Ex. collecting taxes, regulating trade, declaring war

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What is the Necessary and Proper Clause?

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Congress has the right to make any law necessary and proper to enforce its powers.

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Anarchy

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Anarchy is the condition of a society, entity, group of people, or a single person that rejects hierarchy.

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Vice President

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The 2nd person in line if the President can no longer carry out their job. This person is also in charge of running the Senate. If the Senate ties in a 50-50 vote, then the Vice President can cast the deciding vote (a tie breaker). They serve a 4 year term, must not serve no more than 2 terms, must be at least 35 years old, and be a resident of the USA for at least 14 years.

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Judicial Branch

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This is the branch of the American government is made up of the court system and is in charge of the interpretation of laws. The Supreme Court is the highest level court in the United States.

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President

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The leader of the Executive Branch of the American government. He/She has the power to veto (or reject) bills, commands the military, make treaties, grant pardons, and appoint governmental officials. They serve a 4 year term, must not serve no more than 2 terms, must be at least 35 years old, and be a resident of the USA for at least 14 years. This individual must be born a US Citizen.

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Monarchy

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A monarchy is a form of government in which a group, generally a family representing a dynasty, embodies the country's national identity and its head, the monarch, exercises the role of sovereignty.

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Communism

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a political theory derived from Karl Marx, advocating class war and leading to a society in which all property is publicly owned and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs. (MAKE COMMUNISM GREAT AGAIN!)

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Executive Branch

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The law enforcing branch of the American government. The President is the leader of this branch. This branch is also in charge of execution of laws (carrying them out and educating the citizens about them).

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Supreme Court Justice

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Appointed by the President, these judges serve a as a Supreme Court Judge for life, or until they retire.

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House of Representatives

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The House has the power to impeach government officials (accuse them of bribery, treason, or other high crimes). The House also chooses the President if the electoral college cannot reach a majority (270 or higher) vote for a candidate.

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Legislative Branch

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The lawmaking branch of the American government. Also referred to as the Legislature or Congress. The legislative branch is made up of two houses (also known as parts or chambers). These parts are the House of Representatives and the Senate. Congress as a whole is the only governmental body that can officially declare war on another country.

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What are "concurrent powers"?

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Powers that both national government and states have

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Republic

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A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.

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Bill of Rights

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The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. They provide protection and rights for Americans. This is what the Anti-Federalists wanted the Constitution to include when it was first written.

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