The Constitution, written in 1787, sets out the basic principles upon which government in the United States was built and operates today.
Note: The black lines indicate portions of the Constitution altered by subsequent amendments to the document.
| United States Constitution | Commentary |
|---|---|
| Article VII The ratification of the Conventions of nine States, shall be sufficient for the Establishment of this Constitution between the States so ratifying the same. |
RATIFICATION OF CONSTITUTION The proposed Constitution was signed by George Washington and 37 of his fellow Framers on September 17, 1787. (George Read of Delaware signed for himself and also for his absent colleague, John Dickinson.) |