Our Constitution

              The Constitution of the United States is seen by many as the most important document in our history.  It is the supreme law of the United States and is the foundation and source of the legal authority underlying the existence of the United States; the Federal Government, all the State and local governments, and Territorial Administrative bodies within the United states.  It provides framework for the organization of our Government.  The Constitution was adopted on September 17, 1787, by the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and later ratified by conventions in each state in the name of “The People.”

         The Constitution was established to give everyone equal rights and freedom, they amend the Constitution so that they can continue to protect the rights of the people under all circumstances.  The document defines the three main branches of government: The legislative branch (Congress; representatives and senates), executive branch (led by the President), and the judicial branch (headed by the Supreme Court).  Each of these three branches have power to override each other, so that no individual branch has too much power.  The result of this government is its ability to provide fairness, and equality to all.

         In conclusion, it is the Constitution of the United States of America that ensures that our government and the people work together.  It is the reference point that is clear and concise that we can always look to, to maintain the laws and culture that this country was founded on.  The original handwritten document is on display at the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington D.C., and remains to be viewed today by the citizens of the United States of America.