Written in 1787, ratified in 1788, and in operation since 1789, the United States Constitution is the world’s longest ...

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 ...

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. This ...

In his final speech as president, Barack Obama, speaking to a crowd in Chicago, said: "Our Constitution is a remarkable, beautiful gift; but it's really just a piece of parchment. It has no power on ...

Paul G. Summers, a lawyer, is a former appellate and senior judge; district attorney general; and the Attorney General of Tennessee. He resides in Holladay and Nashville. Editor's note: This is a ...

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Sept. 17 marks Constitution Day in the United States, commemorating the signing of the founding document that is the foundation for American government and Americans' rights, a ...

Paul G. Summers is a lawyer. He is a former appellate and senior judge, district attorney general, and the Attorney General of Tennessee. Editor's note: This is a regular feature on issues related to ...

Section 1. Purpose. The privilege of United States citizenship is a priceless and profound gift. The Fourteenth Amendment states: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to ...

U.S. CONSTITUTION. WE THE PEOPLE. THE FIRST THREE WORDS OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION THE BEDROCK FUNDAMENTAL ASPECT OF BEING A CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IS UNDERSTANDING THE CONSTITUTION, KNOWING ...

Describe the "small state plan" that was proposed by William Paterson. Explain the reaction among delegates.