The Constitution: The Foundation of the United States of America
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The document summarizes the key components of the United States Constitution. It outlines the 7 original articles that make up the Constitution, including the establishment of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government and their powers. It also describes the preamble, the qualifications for representatives and senators, congressional powers like commerce regulation, and processes for electing the president and amending the Constitution.
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