Amendments
1st and 2nd
1) Freedom of Speech
2) Right to Bear Arms
3rd
You do not have to house soldiers.
4th
You can not be searched without permission or a warrant.
5th
Right to a trial by jury when charged with a crime, protection against double jeopardy, protection against self-incrimination, the right to a fair trial, and protection against the government taking property without compensation.
6
Right to a public and speedy trial.
7th
Right to a trial by jury if there is disagreement between you and another person.
8th
No cruel or unusual punishments.
9th
You have more rights than those listed in the Constitution.
10th
Powers not belonging to the government belong to the states or people.
11th
Protects states from out-of-state lawsuits.
12th
President and vice president are elected together.
13th
Abolished slavery.
14th
Equal rights for all citizens.
15th
All men can vote.
16th
Congress can collect taxes on incomes. (Sixteen.. sick of taxes).
17th
Senator terms, direct votes for US Senators.
18th
Made alcohol illegal.
19th
Women's right to vote (aka women's suffrage).
20th
Congress terms change from March 20th to January 20th.
21st
Repeals the 18th amendment, making alcohol legal.
22nd and 23rd
22) 2 4-year terms in office for President.
23) Washington DC gains representation in the electoral college.
24th
No poll taxes required to vote.
25th
Vice president is next-in-line for presidential succession.
26th
National voting age is 18.
27th
Congressional laws can not be put in place until the beginning of the next session of Congress.