Pictures Explain: Article 2 of US Constitution in Simple Terms
Article 2 of the Constitution outlines the executive branch of the US Government. It gives particular attention to the president and his/her powers and responsibilities. As it can be difficult to understand, we have explained the text of the 2nd article in simple words – summarizing the main points. We hope that you find it […]
Pictures Explain: Article 1 of US Constitution in Simple Terms
Article 1 of the Constitution starts off the constitution by establishing what powers Congress holds. As it can be difficult to understand, we have explained the text of the 1st article in simple words – summarizing the main points. We hope that you find it useful. Feel free to share this graphic! Click here to […]
The First Amendment Right of Freedom of the Press
Constitution Ratification Led to Implementing Freedoms When the delegates to the Constitutional Convention completed the US Constitution, they faced the difficult job of getting it ratified. Many state leaders were concerned that the Constitution did not include adequate freedoms. Without a guarantee of these freedoms, key leaders in the states threatened to work against ratifying […]
The Constitution – Defining the US Central Government
In light of recent political developments, you might find yourself having a new, or renewed, interest in the structure and responsibilities of the US government. The US government is considered to be one of the forerunners of the modern democratic state and continues to be an emblem of political possibility relative to how government functions. […]
Free Speech and the First Amendment
An Overview The principle of free speech and freedom of the press is sacrosanct to most Americans. The first amendment to the US constitution is, arguably, the most discussed legal topic of all time. Yet, many questions have been raised, especially in recent times, as to whether the first amendment is actually working for the […]
Article 1 of the Constitution – Summary
Article 1 of the US Constitution details the legislative branch of the US Government – also known as Congress. Article 1 establishes that Congress makes laws for the US and consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Article 2 of the Constitution Summary
Article 2 establishes the executive branch of the federal government. It also describes their roles and responsibilities.
Article 3 of the Constitution Summary
Article 3 focuses on the judicial branch and the powers of the court. They are there to establish law and order.
Article 4 of the Constitution Summary
Article 4 describes the establishment of states and their relationship to each other. It also describes the interaction with the central federal government.
Article 5 of the Constitution Summary
Article 5 describes how the US Constitution can be changed or updated. We see this in the form of ammendments.
