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The '''United States Constitution''', adopted in 1787, is the supreme law of the land and the foundation of American democracy. It outlines the structure of the federal government, protects individual rights, and limits governmental power. | The '''United States Constitution''', adopted in 1787, is the supreme law of the land and the foundation of American democracy. It outlines the structure of the federal government, protects individual rights, and limits governmental power. | ||
The Constitution has been amended '''27 times''', with the first 10 amendments known as the '''Bill of Rights'''. | The Constitution has been amended '''27 times''', with the first 10 amendments known as the '''Bill of Rights'''. | ||
== Key Features == | |||
* '''Preamble''': Introduction stating the purpose of the document. | * '''Preamble''': Introduction stating the purpose of the document. | ||
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* '''Amendment Process''': Allows for change as society evolves. | * '''Amendment Process''': Allows for change as society evolves. | ||
== See also == | |||
* | * [[History of the U.S.]] | ||
* | * [[Presidents of the United States]] | ||
* | * [[About the United States]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:19, 25 May 2025
The United States Constitution, adopted in 1787, is the supreme law of the land and the foundation of American democracy. It outlines the structure of the federal government, protects individual rights, and limits governmental power.
The Constitution has been amended 27 times, with the first 10 amendments known as the Bill of Rights.
Key Features
- Preamble: Introduction stating the purpose of the document.
- Articles I–III: Define the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
- Checks and Balances: Ensures no branch becomes too powerful.
- Bill of Rights: Guarantees civil liberties like freedom of speech, religion, and due process.
- Amendment Process: Allows for change as society evolves.