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The Constitution of the United States was established in 1788 and initially included 13 states. These states were the original colonies that declared independence from Great Britain. Over time, additional states joined the Union, but the Constitution itself was ratified by these 13 states.
The constitution establishes the United States as a Federal Republic.
A republic is a state in which the citizens entitled to vote and their power is exercised by representatives chosen by them. A monarchy is a state in which the supreme power belongs to a monarch (such as a king). So the US is a republic.
The constitution was established by the 13 States that were party to the Articles of Confederation.
Ben Franklin was asked by a woman "What type of government do we have?" as he left the ratification of the Constitution. His reply was "A Republic Ma'am ... if you can keep it!" Upon it's ratification, the Constitution of the United States of America established the United States as a Constitutional Republic. Despite popular belief and what many people may believe, the United States is not now and never was a Democracy.
The constitution establishes the United States as a Federal Republic.
The United States established a democratic republic with the ratification of the Constitution in 1788, which took effect in 1789. This framework created a system of government that balanced power among elected representatives and included checks and balances. The Bill of Rights, added in 1791, further enshrined individual liberties, solidifying the democratic principles within the republic.
America has been a republic since the adoption of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, which established the framework for a representative government. The Constitution was ratified by the states and went into effect on March 4, 1789. As of now, America has been a republic for over 234 years.
One right included in the First Amendment of the United States Constitution is the freedom of speech.
The constitution establishes the United States as a Federal Republic.
The constitution establishes the United States as a Federal Republic.