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The Declaration of Independence was a signed document sent to King George II of England stating the thirteen colonies were seceding from English rule and forming their own country. About 75 individuals signed the document on behalf of the newly liberated American people, of which only about a third actually wanted to secede. While the Declaration of Independence is a major historical document for the United States, it has no bearing on the actual workings of government.

In contrast, The Constitution is the foundation of the government of the United States, laying out the separation of power between both the Federal and State governments as well as the separation of power between the three branches of government (legislative, judicial and executive). Also, the Constitution was ratified by all thirteen colonies (eventually); as more States joined the Union they also accepted the Constitution. When the Constitution has been amended, 75% of all States in the Union at the time have to pass the amendment before it is accepted.

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