Constitution

[HARDCORE]

5-21-2023 (Personal Opinions & Partially Fictionalized)

By the year 1860, four doctrines had emerged to answer the question of federal control in the states, and they all claimed that they were - “Sanctioned by The Constitution!”

How differently our history might have turned-out and how differently we might have evolved had but a few of our historical-mandates been altered?

Many of the laws, edicts, (and even some of our own mandates as well), that we all now take for granted - have been partially altered (and even obliterated) “Within the United States of America!?”

I just read about one such piece (The Crittenden Compromise of 1860), and it kind-of peaked my interest in so much as - “had we adopted a few of these ideas”, maybe “The United States of America” would not be the nation that we all know and love today?

“And they do say that we are a country of laws”, but this does not mean that all of these laws are equitable or even fair at times (comparably speaking)?

But right or wrong (by our way of thinking), the law is still the law and until someone comes along to ‘legally’ change or alter it, it is all that we really have to function with!!

And I (for one), get extremely pissed-off when I see some of these political types, attempting to obliterate (or even to erase) laws that have ‘served us all well’ - over the preceding two-hundred and forty-seven years of our magnificent existence - and this, for no other reason, other than their own personal gain and profit?

In short, the law must apply to all men equally or it applies to no one at all, and that too is a fact!! And no man or woman must ever be excluded from the ramifications (or the benefits) of our laws, no matter how rich, how powerful or even how connected they may be?

So no matter who they claim to know, how much wealth they may have amassed, or just how much power they have acquired, “Equality Is Still Equality” – and this is the basis for our survival, along with our only pathway into the future! “And so it is and so it must forever remain!”

And may ‘God’ forever bless, protect, and preserve - “Our Great and Mighty Nation!”

Hardcore

[Boats]

HC - How has the U.S. Constitution changed over time?

1. The Constitution has been amended 27 times, most recently in 1992, although there have been over 11,000 amendments proposed since 1789. Article V of the Constitution provides two ways to propose amendments to the document.

What did the US Constitution change?

2, The Constitution introduced novel governmental doctrine and practices such as checks and balances, separating powers between branches, and defining said powers. The amendment process also made the Constitution a living document that could be changed with enough support from the people and ratification by the states.Sep 17, 2021

3. How has the text and understanding of the Constitution changed over time?
How has the text and understanding of the Constitution changed over time? -Courts have adapted the Constitution to fit modern circumstances. -Congress has amended the Constitution, and the states have ratified the amendments. -The president has amended the Constitution with an executive order.

3. Why do we still follow the Constitution?

For over two centuries the Constitution has remained in force because its framers successfully separated and balanced governmental powers to safeguard the interests of majority rule and minority rights, of liberty and equality, and of the federal and state governments.

4. Why didn't they all signed the Constitution?

Some simply refused, others got sick, still others left early. One of the most famous reasons for why certain delegates didn't sign was that the document lacked a legitimate Bill of Rights which would protect the rights of States and the freedom of individuals.

Note: Why is the Constitution incomplete?

No written constitution by itself can possibly spell out all the laws, customs and ideas that grow up around the document itself. A constitution does not always reflect the actual practice of government in a country.

Interesting statement below:

A. Why are constitutions incomplete?

No written constitution by itself can possibly spell out all the laws, customs and ideas that grow up around the document itself. A constitution does not always reflect the actual practice of government in a country.

B. How is the Constitution broken up?

The Constitution itself is divided into three major parts, the Preamble, seven articles, and amendments.

C. Are there any mistakes in the Constitution?

By this standard, the Constitution contains two errors—textual elements that its authors did not intend and that are grammatically or substantively incorrect.

D. What was the major issue at the Constitution?

Issues of the Constitutional Convention · George Washington's ...
A central issue at the Convention was whether the federal government or the states would have more power. Many delegates believed that the federal government should be able to overrule state laws, but others feared that a strong federal government would oppress their citizens.

E. What was their major argument against the Constitution?

Anti-Federalists argued for the value of limited central government, whereas Federalists maintained that natural rights to life, liberty, and property would be best protected under a strong central government.

[Those who supported the Constitution and a stronger national republic were known as Federalists. Those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution in favor of small localized government were known as Anti-Federalists.}

F. What is the most powerful part of the Constitution?

The first three words in the Constitution are the most powerful: We the People. They declare that the Constitution derives its power not from a king or a Congress, but from the people themselves. This concept of popular sovereignty—power to the people—is the foundation upon which the entire Constitution depends.

NOTE: Who has more power the Senate or the House?

a. The Senate has exceptionally high authority, sometimes higher than the President or the House of Representatives. The Senate can try cases of impeachment, which can dismiss a President for misconduct.

b. Does the president have more power than Congress?

No one part of government dominates the other. The Constitution of the United States provides checks and balances among the three branches of the federal government. The authors of the Constitution expected the greater power to lie with Congress as described in Article One.

But! Who or what has the most power in the US government?

The President is both the head of state and head of government of the United States of America, and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. Under Article II of the Constitution, the President is responsible for the execution and enforcement of the laws created by Congress.

Which branch can declare war?

The Constitution grants Congress the sole authority to enact legislation and declare war, the right to confirm or reject many Presidential appointments, and substantial investigative powers.

Can the executive branch declare war?

Only Congress can declare war and appropriate military funding, yet the president is commander in chief of the armed forces.

What are the 3 powers of the executive branch?

Executive Branch Powers | What does the Executive Branch Do ...
Powers of the Executive Branch

* Being able to veto, or reject, a proposal for a law.

* Appoint federal posts, such as members of government agencies.

* Negotiate foreign treaties with other countries.

* Appoint federal judges.

* Grant pardons, or forgiveness, for a crime.

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Personal note: The Rules of yesterday are in play today and it seems until
modified or ratified by those in Leadership!
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What do Anti-Federalists believe in? [History]

Many Anti-Federalists preferred a weak central government because they equated a strong government with British tyranny. Others wanted to encourage democracy and feared a strong government that would be dominated by the wealthy. They felt that the states were giving up too much power to the new federal government.

Notable Anti-Federalists:

- Patrick Henry, Virginia.
- Samuel Adams, Massachusetts.
- Joshua Atherton, New Hampshire.
- George Mason, Virginia.
- Richard Henry Lee, Virginia.
- Robert Yates, New York.
- James Monroe, Virginia.
- Amos Singletary, Massachusetts.

Who were the Federalists vs Anti-Federalists list?

Anti-Federalist vs. Federalist:

Were Anti-Federalists Republican?
[Anti-Federalists | NCpedia]

At the suggestion of Thomas Jefferson, the Anti-Federalists began calling themselves Republicans. Under this name, they grew in strength until they won the presidential election of 1800. In North Carolina, Republicans dominated state politics, and Federalists declined and practically disappeared after the War of 1812.

The Debate Over the ...The Federalists claimed Ben Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison as their own. Meanwhile, the Anti-Federalists included John Hancock, Patrick Henry, Richard Henry Lee, George Mason, and Mercy Otis Warren.

Differences between Federalists and Antifederalists

Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
https://www.gilderlehrman.org › teaching-resource › d...
Federalists' beliefs could be better described as nationalist. The Federalists were instrumental in 1787 in shaping the new US Constitution, which strengthened ...

Were the Democrats Anti-Federalists?

Madison and Jefferson formed the Democratic-Republican Party from a combination of former Anti-Federalists and supporters of the Constitution who were dissatisfied with the Washington administration's policies.

Did the Anti-Federalists want a Bill of Rights?

Why a Bill of Rights? What Impact Does it Have ...

Anti-Federalists believed that a bill of rights was needed to prevent the central government from taking rights from states and citizens. They wanted to protect against a central government that was too powerful and could take away the freedoms they had fought a revolution to preserve.
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As I see it - no two parties seem to agree or disagree with all subjects
pertaining to our Government. Your either - Yea or Na - to all voting!
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This explains delays and/or compromise (if possible) or - its a dead issue!
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