Government
The 14th Amendment Explained
Learn how the 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship, due process, equal protection, and limits state government power.
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The 13th Amendment Explained
Learn how the 13th Amendment abolished slavery in the United States and the lasting impact it had on American history and law.
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The 12th Amendment Explained
Learn how the 12th Amendment changed the Electoral College process for electing the President and Vice President of the United States.
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The 5th Amendment Explained
Learn how the 5th Amendment protects due process, prevents self incrimination and double jeopardy, and limits government power.
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The 4th Amendment Explained
Learn how the 4th Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures and when law enforcement needs a warrant.
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Article 7: Ratification Explained
Learn how the Constitution was ratified, why nine states were enough, and how Article 7 brought the new U.S. government to life.
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Article 6: The Constitution as the Supreme Law Explained
Learn how Article 6 makes the Constitution the highest law, honors treaties, requires oaths, and bans religious tests for office.
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Article 5: Amending the Constitution Explained
Article 5 of the U.S. Constitution explains how the Constitution can be changed. These changes are calledĀ amendments. š”AnĀ amendmentĀ is an addition or change to the Constitution. Who Is Involved in Article 5? Article 5 explains who can propose and approve changes to the U.S. Constitution. Congress
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Article 4: The States Explained
Learn how Article 4 defines the relationship between states, protects citizens' rights, and governs new states and territories.
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Article 3: The Supreme Court Explained
Learn how the Supreme Court interprets the Constitution, settles legal disputes, and shapes U.S. law in simple terms.
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Article 2: The Presidency Explained
Learn about the powers, duties, qualifications, elections, and responsibilities of the President of the United States under Article II of the United States Constitution.
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Article 1: Congress Explained
Learn about the powers, structure, responsibilities, and lawmaking process of Congress under Article 1 of the United States Constitution.