Constitutions

Constitution Day is observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787.

explores the major themes of American constitutional history—federalism, the balance of powers, property, representation, equality, rights, and security.

Contains new and updated original articles covering recent concepts (i.e. adoption, race, the Constitution, birthright citizenship) and court cases since 1992 offering comprehensive coverage of all aspects of constitutional law, as well as biographies of people who have had an impact on our government's legal framework (Supreme Court Justices, Presidents, Cabinet Members, Lawyers, and more). Also covers judicial decisions handed down by the Supreme Court. 6 v.