This is a living document and the law of the land!

Those who opposed the new government established by the U.S. Constitution

This is the most important task of the Executive branch

The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution which guarantee individual and states' rights

Reason the Founding Fathers created the Electoral College

The Supreme Court's power to declare a law unconstitutional is known as

Purchase made by President Jefferson to increase the size of our nation.

The principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of the people

Having two legislative bodies

The Postmaster General of the U.S. has a cross installed at all Post Offices throughout the country during Christmas time. Government funds are used to purchase the crosses. The major of a predominately Jewish town demands that the crosses be removed.

A group of young boys gather quietly on a street corner. Neighbors complain and ask the police to arrest them for getting together as a group. The police refuse.

A case used later as a guide to judge other disputes

"Our Posterity"

Those in favor of the new government established by the U.S. Constitution

Example of a Jim Crow Law

First Lady who defined the role.

Changes to the Constitution.

This is the part of the Constitution that outlines the structure of the government and establishes the three branches and powers given to both the federal and state governments

This is the main job of the Legislative branch.

A bill cannot become a law until this happens.

An example of 20th century ingenuity.

A body of people representing the states of the U.S. who formally cast votes for the election of the President and Vice President

Branch of the government which "sets" American foreign policy

This is the name for the President's chosen advisers.

Number of terms a U.S. President can serve.