Résumé
The United States Constitution forms the basis for the country's government. It was adopted in 1789 (the oldest written Constitution still in effect today). American national identity is so deeply tied to the Constitution that it is probably the most important symbol of national unity. U.S. Foundational myth wherein this document marks the origin of the country as a political entity distinct from past traditions of government (...)
Contents:
I) The US constitution
A. The constitution (definition)
B. Historical background
II) The executive branch
III) The legislative branch
IV) The judicial branch
State v/s Federal Government