The United States Bill of Rights

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      The United States Bill of Rights, ratified on December 15, 1791, firmly establishes the fundamental rights and liberties of American citizens. Crafted by James Madison, these first ten amendments to the Constitution respond directly to calls from several states for greater constitutional protection for individual freedoms. The Bill of Rights outlines specific prohibitions on governmental power, ensuring that citizens retain essential rights that the government cannot infringe upon.

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      The history of the Bill of Rights begins with the drafting of the United States Constitution in 1787. During the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, delegates debated the structure and powers of the new federal government. Although the Constitution aimed to create a strong central government, concerns about individual liberties and the potential for governmental overreach led to calls for explicit protections of citizens’ rights.

      In 1789, James Madison, who is often called the “Father of the Constitution,” took up the task of drafting amendments that would address these concerns. Drawing inspiration from earlier documents like the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the English Bill of Rights, Madison proposed a series of amendments to the Constitution. After intense debate and revision, Congress approved twelve amendments, ten of which were ratified by the states and became known as the Bill of Rights on December 15, 1791.

      The adoption of the Bill of Rights marked a pivotal moment in American history. It addressed the fears of Anti-Federalists, who had opposed the original Constitution for its lack of explicit protections for individual freedoms. The amendments enshrined fundamental rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press, the right to bear arms, and protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. Over time, the Bill of Rights has become a cornerstone of American law and democracy, continually interpreted and applied by courts to safeguard the liberties of citizens.

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      Details

      Publisher : Book.io

      Series : Foundations of the United States

      First Publication Date : 1789

      Genres: American History, History, Non-Fiction, Politics, Reference Work

      Language : English

      Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)

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      Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover

      Cardano Retail Price : 39 ADA

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