Category: American Constitution

What is the Second Amendment and why does it matter to us today? The Second Amendment as written in the constitution states “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” (US Const. amendment II). The Second…

Professor Hipps POLS 1101 January 20, 2018 Bill Dodge would be eligible to serve as President of the United States, because both of his parents are U.S. citizens which makes him a U.S. citizen at birth. However, Ousseini would not be eligible to serve as President of the United States, because he was not born…

The second amendment is the part of the 10 amendments made to the American constitution also known as the Bill of Rights. This amendment in the constitution has always fueled debate over the legislation about gun control and individual rights to bare their own arms. Before the constitution, the colonial Americans were British subjects and…

The Articles of Confederation established the first government structure that united the thirteen colonies that fought in the American Revolution. In fact, this document has created a structure for the newly created coalitions of these thirteen states. The document came into effect after March 13, 1781 when all thirteen states ratified it. Until March 4,…

How well do you know about US’s First Constitution? The Constitution in the US reflected a strong political voice that many citizens didn’t have for a while increasing the power of the government. Many states were forming their own constitution, but America’s leaders felt a need for a sturdier, more controllable government. So were we…

Susan B. Anthony was born on February 15, 1820. When she was younger she developed a strong moral. She spent most of her time in life working on social causes. In the late 1830s she became a teacher. In the mid 1840s her and her family moved to New York. Where they became involved in…

Table of contents Historical Context Collective Governance Role in Shaping Societies Modern Relevance Conclusion The phrase “We the People” holds a unique and profound place in the history of democratic societies. It is more than a mere preamble to a constitution; it encapsulates the essence of collective governance, citizen participation, and the fundamental principles upon…

Table of contents Early Life and Background The Architect of Virginia’s Constitution George Mason and the United States Constitution A Staunch Advocate for Individual Rights The Anti-Federalist Stance Mason’s Views on Slavery Later Years and Legacy The Forgotten Founder Revisiting and Revering Mason’s Contributions Conclusion Among the brilliant minds that shaped the nascent , George…

The common story that the American Constitution is the light of overall democracy obvious despises common norms in several cases. “Our Constitution has at least one radical feature: It isn’t designed for a society with economic inequality.” is somewhere along the line to what Professor Ganesh Sitaraman said in his article, “Our Constitution Wasn’t Built…

Two hundred years ago, when the United States just got rid of the British king, it stumbled upon the first-ever constitution with goals in mind to unite this new-born country. The Articles of Confederation delegates each state tremendous power and independence. It also made Congress as the only branch with all central government’s power in…