The US Constitution is the basis of modern democracy
The US Constitution of 1787 is the oldest of thethe current basic laws. Its appearance was inextricably linked with the legal design of the state of the United States of America. September 17, 1787 in the city of Philadelphia constitutional convention adopted the Constitution. This convention was attended by 55 delegates, arrived from 12 states. Interestingly, as a delegate was considered and a certain P. Henry, but his candidacy was rejected, because he smelled, "like a rat." The US Constitution began to operate on March 4, 1789.
Characteristics of the US Constitution. Basic moments
In fact, the US Constitution is a preamble and 7articles. The preamble states that the purpose of adopting this document is the formation of the union, guaranteeing internal tranquility, establishing justice, ensuring joint defense, and promoting common prosperity. The content of the articles was as follows:
Article 1. Regulation of the status of the Congress.
Article 2. Determination of the rightful position of the president.
Article 3. Regulation of the judiciary.
Article 4. Regulatory issues of federalism.
Article 5. Description of the procedure for amending.
Articles 6 and 7. Transitional and final provisions.
It was in the American Constitution that the post of the elected president was first introduced. In addition, the basic US law provided for a strict system of power sharing:
- Legislative power belonged to Congress;
- executive power belonged to the head of state-president;
- Judicial power belonged to the US Supreme Court and other courts.
All of the above was supplemented by the system"Checks and balances," which combines independence with mutual control and interdependence. For example, the Supreme Court and the President act on the basis of laws passed by the Congress. Also, the American president owns the veto over laws, and the Supreme Court can recognize acts of the head of state and Congress contradictory to the Constitution.
The President has the power to appoint all membersSupreme Court, in addition, they are approved by the highest chamber of Congress (Senate). At the same time, the Congress can remove the head of state from his position in the commission of a crime. The American Constitution has had a significant impact on the creation of the basic laws of many countries in the world. It promoted the spread of the doctrine of constitutionalism, according to which the Constitution is a fundamental legal act.
