The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

Amendment IX. The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

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2024/2025 Civic Calendar The National Constitution Center’s 2024-2025 Civic Calendar explores the history of elections and voting rights in the United States.

Explore key historical documents that inspired the Framers of the Constitution and each amendment during the drafting process, the early drafts and major proposals behind each …

There have been 27 amendments to the Constitution, beginning with the Bill of Rights, the first 10 amendments

The judicial Power shall extend to all Cases, in Law and Equity, arising under this Constitution, the Laws of the United States, and Treaties made, or which shall be made, under their Authority;- …

The seven articles make up the structural constitution, signed on September 17, 1787, and ratified on June 21, 1788.

Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:--"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United …

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