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Why isn’t our Constitution (and our country) in a constant state of adjustment and readjustment?

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Our Constitution and our country are not in a constant state of adjustment and readjustment because the Constitution was designed to be a living document that can be amended or interpreted in order to address changing needs. The Founding Fathers were aware that the needs of the country would change over time, so they included a process for amending the Constitution to ensure that the government can continue to meet the needs of the people. This process is slow and deliberate, as it requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as well as ratification by three-fourths of the states. This ensures that any changes to the Constitution are made carefully and thoughtfully, and that the government is not hastily making decisions that could have long-term implications.
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