The United States Bill of Rights

United States of America

eBook - 2014

One of the most remarkable characteristics of the U.S. Constitution is its mutability. The procedure for amending the Constitution ensures that it will always be a living document that reflects the evolving concerns of the American populace over time. Indeed, soon after the Constitution was ratified, it began to be amended. The first ten amendments, which are collectively referred to as the Bill of Rights, are presented in this document.