What is the supreme law of the land?
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(U.S.) Constitution
The Constitution establishes the federal government and takes precedence over conflicting laws.
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(U.S.) Constitution
The Constitution establishes the federal government and takes precedence over conflicting laws.
Twenty-seven (27)
The first ten amendments are the Bill of Rights. Seventeen more amendments bring the total to 27.
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence announced that the thirteen colonies were separating from Britain.
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