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CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT

The Ten Original Amendments: The Bill of Rights.
Passed by Congress September 25, 1789. Ratified December 15, 1791.
AMENDMENT I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
AMENDMENT II
A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
AMENDMENT III
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
AMENDMENT IV
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
AMENDMENT V
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation.
AMENDMENT VI
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.
AMENDMENT VII
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
AMENDMENT VIII
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
AMENDMENT IX
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be con- strued to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
AMENDMENT X
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
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10:38 AM 12/8/03 OUR CONCURRENT CONCERNS: Our growing membership is uneasy regarding whether America is ensnared in a spiral into irretrievable corruption. Confronting such societal problems we created the inconceivable: an organization aggregating liberal POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT with RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY intertwined with BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS. Yes. Violating the unwritten commandment, "You shall remain an ethical schizoid! Never shall Thou intellectually commingle and communicate religion, politics and business!" Why have we done this? The Orwellian prophecies of 1984 are presently history. A
merica confronts TWIN BIG BROTHERS --- Big Brother Corporation and Big Brother Government. Ill-fated Siamese twins coupled at the cerebellum. Meaning, this may possibly be the inauguration of: the demise of constitutional republican-democracy, civil liberties, The Declaration's national ethos, the Rule of Reason, Law and Due Process. So, what are citizens to do? Non-violently confront the unreported issues of the day other media refuses to report fearing ratings losses. Our membership intends to fill this intellectual vacuum with its feebly written, however, improving essays and articles.


PROBABILITY OF NULLIFICATION OF CITIZENSHIP AND LIBERTIES: Our membership decided to permanently include ONSTITUTIONAL FREEDOMS-LIBERTIES PAGE. The reason? Since 911 there has been federal statutes enacted such as the PATRIOT ACT I and recommended PATRIOT ACTS II, HOMELAND SECURITY LEGISLATION, PRESIDENTIAL ORDERS, FBI AND CIA MODIFICATIONS OF RULES OF ENGAGEMENT et al,. These can adversely affect and if abused subvert the U.S. Constitution and our Bill of Right ---Freedom and Liberties. More precisely, if most statutory invasions of civil liberties were imposed prior to constitutional review the the U. S. Supreme Court, there is an overwhelming compelling probability the democratic citizen rigs could be nullified.

THE NEW 21ST C. CONSTITUTIONALISTS: Conservatives and liberals confederation to protect the constitution, our Freedoms and the rule of law from desecration by recent anti-republican-democratic legislation.

MADISON'S 9TH AMENDMENT: ADDED AT SUBSEQUENT TIME

COPY OF PREAMBLE TO CONSTITUTION: ADDED AT SUBSEQUENT TIME

COPY OF THE "BILL OF RIGHTS AS AMENDED" ADDED AT

SUBSEQUENT TIME WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN AMERICAN?

THE CONSTITUTIONAL DEFINITION: ADDED AT SUBSEQUENT TIME NUMBER OF POPULATION WHO HAVE READ THE U.S. CONSTITUTION HOW MANY AMERICANS HAVE READ THE CONSTITUTION, BILL OF RIGHTS AND THE DECLARATION??? ONLY 13%On-going research. If the number is low, then most Americans do not understand what is means to be an American STATE CONSTITUTIONS: CITIZEN'S ADDITIONAL FREEDOMS AND RIGHTS /15/2002 9:54:51 AM | StephenJames]

James Madison, the father of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, was very apprehensive our freedoms not be restricted simply to those enumerated in the Bill of Rights. So, Madison added the ninth amendment."The enumeration in the Constitution of certain rights shall not be construed to deny or disparage other (rights) retained by the people.” The founding fathers were announcing human rights which all possess, inalienable rights, which are their birthright, not narrowly restricted rights.

Consequently, what are we to conclude regarding this relentless ever-escalating predicament? Is the political opportunity of ensuring privacy lost? Or, can something be endeavor, which may revitalize some or all of our privacy civil liberties. After countless years of study, I have concluded, we have no other alternative than to undertake the following. Enactment of an U.S. constitutional amendment expressly guaranteeing in writing our right to privacy and reputation. The authorship of this amendment must be founded upon Supreme Court case interpretations to date. In my judgment, the amendment should read as follows:"All persons possess the rights to privacy and reputation which cannot be violated by any government or private entity.” It is imperative the amendment be written precisely this manner of the following reasons. No. 1."All persons” is necessary because this is a human right, relevant not only to American citizens, but every human being. No. 2. Why the insertion of the term"reputation?” Because when the right to privacy is desecrated, a negative state of affairs transpires—the disparagement of the individual’s character. . In other words, if one loses their privacy, negativities about them are created, which caused the loss of the reputation. If an individual loses reputation one is transformed into a pariah—socially isolated—discriminated against by major corporations, banks, credit card companies etc. Perhaps even without their knowledge. Hence, privacy and reputation are inextricably coupled. Furthermore, it is essential for subsequent judicial elucidation, construction and review. No. 3. And why should the words"violated by any government or private entity” be incorporated. To simplify the multifaceted legal theory identified as"state agency.” Presently, other constitutional amendments permit the private sector to discriminate against fundamental civil liberties. For instance, you can be discharged from employment, for exercising your free speech rights. Because the First Amendment encompasses only the government’s infringements upon free speech. Employers’ and private industry have no such restrictions. The advent of the concentration of more and more wealth and power in the hands of fewer and fewer multinational corporations, it is imperative we incorporate the terms"by… private entities”. This would signify businesses, corporations, professional groups etc., the special interests, could not breach the individual’s privacy. Without potentially suffering a legal penalty or sanction.

But will passage resolve the privacy predicament? No. What it would achieve is: the federal government’s mandate to enact legislation to protect everyone’s privacy and reputation. This would oblige a transformation in the Supreme Court’s judgments regarding privacy. It would authorize us, we the people, with the legal ability to fight back; to reclaim, as much as feasible, our vanishing privacy. All citizens would be entitled to instigate litigation to protect; reassert and recapture lost civil liberties. Yes, there exists a great deal on unnecessary litigation in countless areas. Nonetheless, in this sphere, is one in which citizens have need of a right to litigate. Without this power to litigate, we are left to erratic and capricious whims of unelected Supreme Court justices.

The reality is, we have run out of time to retrieve our privacy rights. Immediate engagement is essential. It is up to us to act; not to tediously wait the time-consuming uncertain consequences of judicial review. For as our African-American citizens have learned, no one will bestow freedom, you have to fearlessly nonviolently demand it. Nevertheless, can such an unconstitutional amendment be passed? What is its probability? In the contemporary state of the average citizens indifference regarding things political. The odds of passage are not good. The politicians will be relentlessly lobbied by the commercial special interests, which will vehemently oppose passage. The disconcerting actuality is the special interests govern the government. They supply the money, which elects the politicians. Creating:"Government of the people, by the lobbyists, for wealthy special interests.” (The author)

Nevertheless, since 911, there has been a revitalization of the individuals desire for participation in government. As a result, if a sufficient number of citizens join together, and are resolute, over the long haul, to raise money and organize the passage, then, by holding the politicians feet to the fire, it will be passed. The question is: do the American people possess the will power anymore. Or, had they become so self-absorbed, self-indulgent to be incapable of public service? The question is of national character. Who are we, who have we become? Do we still believe in America democracy and its Republic? Do we love America sufficiently to join together to work unceasingly for passage? Or, are we merely flag-waving sunshine patriots who will wither over the long haul. I do not know the answer

On the other hand, after 30 years of travel throughout this country, I do know the American people. I believe, with the proper leadership, information and education, the American public will rise up to ensure the passage. As for our founding fathers. They are resolved change the world for our benefit. They risked everything. Are we willing to do the same? The answer resides in you. Benjamin Franklin Quote "Any man who desires Security at the expense of Liberty, is a fool who will receive neither."

THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE:
In Congress, July 4, 1776,

THE UNANIMOUS DECLARATION OF THE
THIRTEEN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one
people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them
with another, and to assume among the Powers of the earth, the
separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of
Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of
mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel
them to the separation.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are creat-
ed equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain
unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the
pursuit of Happiness.

That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among
Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the gov-
erned.

That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of
these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abol-
ish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation
on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to
them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happi-
ness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long es-
tablished should not be changed for light and transient causes;
and accordingly all experience hath shown, that mankind are more
disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right
themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed.
But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invar-
iably the same Object, evinces a design to reduce them under
absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to
throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their
future security.

Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such
is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former
Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great
Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all
having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny
over these States. To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a
candid world.

He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and neces-
sary for the public good.

He has forbidden his Governors to pass Laws of immediate and
pressing importance, unless suspended in their operation till
his Assent should be obtained; and when so suspended, he has
utterly neglected to attend to them.

He has refused to pass other Laws for the accommodation of large
districts of people, unless those people would relinquish the
right of Representation in the Legislature, a right inestimable
to them and formidable to tyrants only.

He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual,
uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their public
Records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing them into compliance
with his measures.

He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing
with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.

He has refused for a long time, after such dissolutions, to
cause others to be elected; whereby the Legislative powers, in-
capable of Annihilation, have returned to the People at large
for their exercise; the State remaining in the mean time exposed
to all the dangers of invasion from without, and convulsions
within.

He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States;
for that purpose obstructing the Laws of Naturalization of For-
eigners; refusing to pass others to encourage their migrations
hither, and raising the conditions of new Appropriations of
Lands.

He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his
Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers.

He has made Judges dependent on his Will alone, for the tenure
of their offices, and the amount and payment of their salaries.

He has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither
swarms of Officers to harass our People, and eat out their
substance.

He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without
the Consent of our legislatures.

He has affected to render the Military independent of and super-
ior to the Civil power.

He has combined with others to subject us to a jurisdiction
foreign to our constitution, and unacknowledged by our laws;
giving his Assent to their Acts of pretended Legislation:

For quartering large bodies of armed troops among us:

For protecting them, by a mock Trial, from Punishment for any
Murders which they should commit on the Inhabitants of these
States:

For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world:

For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent:

For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by
Jury:

For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended
offences:

For abolishing the free System of English Laws in a neighbouring
Province, establishing therein an Arbitrary government, and
enlarging its Boundaries so as to render it at once an example
and fit instrument for introducing the same absolute rule into
these Colonies:

For taking away our Charters, abolishing our most valuable Laws,
and altering fundamentally the Forms of our Governments:

For suspending our own Legislatures, and declaring themselves
invested with power to legislate for us in all cases whatsoever.

He has abdicated Government here, by declaring us out of his
Protection and waging War against us.

He has plundered our seas, ravaged our Coasts, burnt our towns,
and destroyed the Lives of our people.

He is at this time transporting large armies of foreign mercen-
aries to compleat the works of death, desolation and tyranny,
already begun with circumstances of Cruelty & perfidy scarcely
paralleled in the most barbarous ages, and totally unworthy the
Head of a civilized nation.

He has constrained our fellow Citizens taken Captive on the high
Seas to bear Arms against their Country, to become the execu-
tioners of their friends and Brethren, or to fall themselves by
their Hands.

He has excited domestic insurrections amongst us, and has en-
deavoured to bring on the inhabitants of our frontiers, the
merciless Indian Savages, whose known rule of warfare, is an
undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.

In every stage of these Oppressions We have Petitioned for Re-
dress in the most humble terms: Our repeated Petitions have been
answered only by repeated injury. A Prince, whose character is
thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to
be the ruler of a free people.

Nor have We been wanting in attention to our British brethren.
We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their
legislature to extend an unwarrantable jurisdiction over us. We
have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and
settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and
magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our common
kindred to disavow these usurpations, which would inevitably
interrupt our connections and correspondence. They too have been
deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity. We must,
therefore, acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our
Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind,
Enemies in War, in Peace Friends.

We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of
America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the
Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions,
do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these
Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United
Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent
States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the
British Crown, and that all political connection between them
and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally
dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have
full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances,
establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which
Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this
Declaration, with a firm reliance on the Protection of Divine
Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our
Fortunes and our sacred Honor.

JOHN HANCOCK, President

Attested, CHARLES THOMSON, Secretary

New Hampshire
JOSIAH BARTLETT
WILLIAM WHIPPLE
MATTHEW THORNTON

Massachusetts-Bay
SAMUEL ADAMS
JOHN ADAMS
ROBERT TREAT PAINE
ELBRIDGE GERRY

Rhode Island
STEPHEN HOPKINS
WILLIAM ELLERY

Connecticut
ROGER SHERMAN
SAMUEL HUNTINGTON
WILLIAM WILLIAMS
OLIVER WOLCOTT

Georgia
BUTTON GWINNETT
LYMAN HALL
GEO. WALTON

Maryland
SAMUEL CHASE
WILLIAM PACA
THOMAS STONE
CHARLES CARROLL
OF CARROLLTON

Virginia
GEORGE WYTHE
RICHARD HENRY LEE
THOMAS JEFFERSON
BENJAMIN HARRISON
THOMAS NELSON, JR.
FRANCIS LIGHTFOOT LEE
CARTER BRAXTON.

New York
WILLIAM FLOYD
PHILIP LIVINGSTON
FRANCIS LEWIS
LEWIS MORRIS

Pennsylvania
ROBERT MORRIS
BENJAMIN RUSH
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
JOHN MORTON
GEORGE CLYMER
JAMES SMITH
GEORGE TAYLOR
JAMES WILSON
GEORGE ROSS

Delaware
CAESAR RODNEY
GEORGE READ
THOMAS M'KEAN

North Carolina
WILLIAM HOOPER
JOSEPH HEWES
JOHN PENN

South Carolina
EDWARD RUTLEDGE
THOMAS HEYWARD, JR.
THOMAS LYNCH, JR.
ARTHUR MIDDLETON

New Jersey
RICHARD STOCKTON
JOHN WITHERSPOON
FRANCIS HOPKINS
JOHN HART
ABRAHAM CLARK

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