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Bill of Rights

Bill of Rights of the United States of America (1791) The first 10 amendments to the Constitution make up the Bill of Rights. Written by James Madison in response to calls from several states for greater constitutional protection for individual liberties, the Bill of Rights lists specific prohibitions on governmental power.

Bill of Rights

The Charters of Freedom 
A great resource to learn more about The Bill of Rights of the United States of America