The original US Constitution lacked the Bill of Rights entirely
In short: Most people view free speech and the right to bear arms as foundational to the American founding. However, these protections were not part of the initial document. This video explores why it took three years for these essential freedoms to be officially added.
The Bill of Rights was an addition rather than a starting point for the United States government. By examining the origins of the Constitution, James Coll explains the historical context that led to its eventual inclusion.
Understanding this delay provides a clearer picture of how the American balance of power between federal authority and individual liberty was negotiated during the founding era.
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