American Government / Unit 2 Gov 083 short lesson, about 20 seconds
State Constitutions
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The idea
Every state has its own constitution, the supreme law within that state so far as it does not conflict with the national Constitution.
In practice
State constitutions typically run longer and amend more easily than the national one.
Where people slip
Two constitutions govern every American — one national, one state.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
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