The Constitution is still the basis of government because no one has successfully rebelled against it and has been able to endure because of it's purposefully ambiguous and vague language. Phrases like necessary and proper and general welfare have allowed the government to evolve over time. The amendment process also helps to modify the document over time. Since it is flexible, it has been adapted and people seem generally happy with it.
Today's government is still based on the US Constitution because it provides a framework for the structure of the federal government and outlines the rights and freedoms of individuals. The Constitution has endured for over two centuries because it is flexible enough to adapt to changing times but also provides a strong foundation for governance and protects individual liberties. Additionally, the constitution allows for amendments to be made which has allowed for its relevancy to be maintained.
James Madison was a Federalist and preferred strong central government, based off of a republic. This meant less state control and more power for the federal government. Federalists were PRO the new Constitution, which is still our current Constitution.
The constitution is that foundation for the government.
The constitution is that foundation for the government.
The constitution is the framework for government today.
It is part of the constitution which is still an active working plan for government.
It basically means that the government doesn't revolve around the Constitution. We still have goals for the Country that the Constitution doesn't cover.
The constitution of the United States of America is still around and the basis of the government. It was written hundreds of years ago and has been amended a few times but it is still current and useful.
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Yes, the U.S. government mostly follows the constitution about religion. Church and state are separate, but God is still mentioned on money and in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Australia has been a two house system of government since 1901 and still has the same government and Constitution.