As you read, interpret, and cite the documents in the Interactive Constitution, it’s important to think about how the Constitution defines or limits the power of the government. That’s how constitutional scholars and judges read, interpret, and cite the Constitution.
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Constitutional Conversation and Civil Dialogue High School and College Session, Wednesday, September 2 |
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