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The very first amendment, freedom of speech, press, and religion.

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The right to bear arms, a controversial topic of today.

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This one explains itself!

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As many say, come back with a warrant!
Thomas Jefferson stated this when talking about a mans house. “A wise and frugal government, which shall leave men free to regulate their own pursuits of idustry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned - this is the sum of a good government.” - Thomas Jefferson, 1801

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Rights if accused, no double jeopardy, self-incrimination, and due process promised.

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Speedy trials - hold on tight!

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Protects the right to a trial by jury in civil court cases.

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This amendment states no cruel or unusual punishment, and no excessive bail.

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The first 10 amendments are considered the Bill of Rights.

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Right not enumerated in the constitution cannot be taken away.

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You can only sue the state if they take away your right.

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Powers not delegated to the government are granted to the states.

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Electors votes for president and vice president, House chooses president by number majority and senate chooses Vice President.

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Equal protection in all states.
Benjamin Franklin stated, “an equal dispensation of protection, rights, privileges, and advantages, is what every part is entitled to, and ought to enjoy.” - Benjamin Franklin, 1774

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Abolished slavery!!!

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EVERYONE can vote, equal rights!

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These amendments are also known as the “reconstruction amendments.”

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Give me your money, because.... taxes. (Progressive tax system)

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Direct election of senators.

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Declared the production, transport, and sale of liquors illegal.

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Women can vote, woo hoo!

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These amendments are known as the Progressive Amendments.

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This is a more simple amendment; it simply sets the dates at which federal government elected offices end.

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18th amendment - repealed.

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No person shall be elected president more then two times.

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This amendment gave Washing D.C. the right to vote for representatives in the Electoral College.

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On January 23, 1964, it prohibited any poll tax in elections for federal offices.

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This stares if the president is unable to do his job, the VP takes over to President.

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The right to vote at eighteen years or older.

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Deals with pay raises / decreases for members of Congress.

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A key contributor to the constitution. “Liberty must at all hazards must be supported. We have a right to it, derived from our Maker.” - John Adams, 1765.

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Another founder of the Constitution. “The revolution in the practice of the world, may, with an honest praise, be pronounced the most triumphant epoch oh its history, and the most consoling presage of its happiness.” - James Madison 1792

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There are 7 of the Founding Fathers; John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and George Washington.