United states of americas constitution of 1789 with amendments. No state shall, without the consent of the congress, lay any imposts or duties on imports or exports, except what may be absolutely necessary for executing its inspection laws. Analysis, and interpretation centennial edition interim. Constitution of the united states of america, the fundamental law of the u. The constitution of the united states available for download and read online in other formats. Pdf the constitution of the united states of america book. Written in 1787, ratified in 1788, and in operation since 1789, the united states constitution is the worlds longest surviving written charter of government. We want to be sure there is justice for all the people.
The constitution of the united states of america us department of. Hamilton helped bring about a constitutional conven tion that met in philadelphia, pennsylvania, in 1787 to revise the articles of confederation. Powers vested by this constitution in the government of the united states, or in. Constitution for the united states of america 1 we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution. House of representatives see explanation section 3.
The constitution of the united states preamble we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do. The constitution, originally comprising seven articles, delineates the national frame of government. From a patriotically illustrated bill of rights bookmark to a parchmentlook version of the constitution, you can easily reference the fundamental laws and governing documents of the united states of america. Under americas first national government, the articles of confederation, the states acted together only for specific purposes. Constitution of the united states of america bill of rights. The roots of the constitution of the united states may be said to have been laid in the great principles of the english constitution, which divided government.
The eighteenth article of amendment to the constitution of the united states is hereby repealed. Congress of the united states, which shall consist of a sen ate and house of. Constitution of the united states of america17871 we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and estab. Legislative power vested see explanation section 2. President, or hold any office, civil or military, under the united states, or under any state, who, having previously taken an oath, as a member of congress, or as an officer of the united states, or as a member of any state legislature, or as an executive or judicial officer of any state, to support the constitution of the united states, shall. I do solemly swear or affirm that i will faithfully execute the office of president of the united states, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the constitution of the united states. Constitution is the landmark legal document of the united states. Download pdf the constitution of the united states book full free. All debts contracted and engagements entered into, before the adoption of this constitution, shall be as valid against the united states under this constitution, as under the confederation. Constitution of the united states of america1787 page ii 4this clause has been affected by clause 2 of amendment xviii. We the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america. Free download or read online the constitution of the united states of america pdf epub book. An economic interpretation of the constitution of the united. Section 2 the transportation or importation into any state, territory, or possession of the united states for delivery or use therein of intoxicating liquors, in violation of the laws thereof, is hereby prohibited.
The oldest written national constitution in use, the constitution defines the principal organs of government and their jurisdictions and the basic rights of citizens. The constitution of the united states is the supreme law of the united states of america. The first edition of the novel was published in 1787, and was written by founding fathers. Now as a matter of fact there is no reason why an economic interpretation of the constitution should be any more partisan than any other interpretation. Mar 16, 2020 the constitution acted like a colossal merger, uniting a group of states with different interests, laws, and cultures. The american republic constitution for the united states of america article vi 6.
Before he enter on the execution of his office, he shall take the following oath or affirmation. More than 200 years ago, our founding fathers set out to establish a government based. The senate of the united states shall be com posed of two senators from each state. United states of americas constitution of 1789 with. The unanimous declaration of the thirteen united states of america, when in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of natures god entitle. The constitution acted like a colossal merger, uniting a group of states with different interests, laws, and cultures. Constitution is the oldest federal constitution in existence and was framed by a convention of delegates from twelve of the thirteen original states in philadelphia in may 1787, rhode island failing to send a delegate. Hamilton helped bring about a constitutional convention that met in philadelphia, pennsylvania, in 1787 to revise the articles of confederation. The main characters of this history, non fiction story are. The constitution for the united states of america contains seven 7 articles. We want to make our union of states stronger and better. The annenberg guide to the united states constitution. It has been said that the declaration of independence was the promise. Its first three articles embody the doctrine of the separation of powers, whereby the federal government is divided into three branches.
The constitution of the united states of america about the usa. This constitution, and the laws of the united states. The constitutions of california and the united states with. Its first three words we the people affirm that the government of the united states exists to serve its citizens. The united states constitution in simple english the introduction we the people of the united states have made this constitution for many reasons. The constitution of the united states defined and carefully annotated. The constitution of the united states the signing of the constitution took place on september 17, 1787, at the pennsylvania state house now called independence hall in philadelphia. A highly accessible, easy to use online version full text including the bill of rights and the rest of the amendments includes both sequential and subject indexes. The american republic constitution for the united states of. All legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a congress of the united states, which shall consist of a senate and house of representatives. The constitution united its citizens as members of a whole, vesting the power of the union in the. The constitution of the united states of america see explanation preamble we the people see explanation article i the legislative branch see explanation section 1.
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Members of the legislature shall, before they enter on the duties of their respective offices, take and subscribe the following oath or affirmation. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 30 pages and is available in paperback format. Constitution of the united states of america history. The following text is a transcription of the constitution as it was inscribed by jacob shallus on parchment the document on display in the rotunda at the national archives museum. It may be employed, to be sure, to condemn one interest in the conflict of another interest, but no such use of it is imposed upon an. Resources guide explore the links in the text of the constitution below to discover a variety of relevant, classroom ready, lessons and activities from the bill of rights institute. The constitution of the united states national archives. I do solemnly swear or affirm that i will support the constitution of the united states and the constitution of the state of new jersey, and that i will faithfully discharge the duties of. State, chosen by the legislature thereof,3 for six. The constitution of the united states as a printable pdf file. We the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america. Constitution of the united states are the two most important, and enduring documents in our nations history. Carry copies of the entire constitution as a handy foldable booklet, or refer to one article or amendment at a time. Powers herein granted shall be vested in a congress of the.
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