Constitution Ratification

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Articles of Confederation

The first governing document of the United States that existed for 9 years and required unanimous agreement to make decisions.

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Anti-federalists

Opponents of the Constitution who wanted less power for the central government, inclusion of God in the Constitution, and a Bill of Rights.

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Federalists

Supporters of the Constitution, including Hamilton and Madison, who favored a strong central government.

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Ratification

The process by which the Constitution was approved, requiring 9 states to ratify, with Delaware being the first and Rhode Island the last.

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Preamble

The introductory statement of the Constitution outlining its purposes.

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Bill of Rights

The first 10 amendments to the Constitution, which were essential for its ratification and serve as the cornerstone of American liberties.

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Amendment Processes

The procedures for changing the Constitution, involving a 2/3 vote in both houses of Congress or a national convention called by 2/3 of state legislatures.

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Article I

Part of the Constitution that outlines legislative powers and how laws are made.

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Article II

Part of the Constitution that delineates the powers of the executive branch, including the role of the president.

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Article III

Part of the Constitution that explains the judicial branch and its power of judicial review.

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Supremacy Clause

Article VI, Clause 2 of the Constitution, establishing that it is the supreme law of the land, superior to state laws.