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Understanding the Foundations of American Government: From Independence to the Constitution

This comprehensive overview explores the evolution of American governance from the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution. It highlights the fundamental principles outlined in the Preamble, the structure of government established in the Constitution, and the importance of the Articles. The role of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches is clearly defined, along with the process for amendments to ensure the Constitution remains relevant. Discover how the Constitution serves as a living document that adapts to changing societal needs and reflects the commitment to liberty and justice for all.

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Understanding the Foundations of American Government: From Independence to the Constitution

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  1. Before the Constitution Declaration of Independence: (Thomas Jefferson) • Power of government is responsible to the people. Article of Confederation: Weak organization with Little power and no real central government.

  2. THE PURPOSE OF OUR GOV’T AS OUTLINED IN THE PREAMBLE OF THE CONSTITUTION

  3. 1. To form a more perfect ___________

  4. 2. To establish _______ The Law should be administered fairly,reasonably and impartially

  5. 3. To Insure Domestic __________ Without order, peoplewould live in anarchy

  6. 4. Provide for the Common Defense A State’s securitydepends on a wise defenseand sound foreign policies

  7. 5. To promote the General _________ To provide services and laws to protect everyone

  8. 6. To Secure the Blessings of Liberty To protect everyone’sfreedom

  9. The Constitution: A Living Document • Preamble: An Introduction • Article One: Legislative Branch (Makes Laws) • Article Two: Executive Branch (Enforces Laws) • Article Three: Judicial Branch (Interprets Laws) • Article Four: Treason, New States, Guarantees Republican Form of Government to states. • Article Five: Amendments (Changes) • Article Six: Constitution as supreme law of the land. • Article Seven: Ratification: 9 of the 13 states needed to approve.

  10. The Constitution: A Living Document? How is it alive? • Amendments: Changes made to Constitution. (Pass by 2/3 of both houses of Congress, then pass ¾ of the state legislatures) • Elastic Clause: Article One, Section 8: Power to make all laws necessary to carry out the powers of the Constitution.

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