Which choice correctly explains the meaning of this amendment?
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall
not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by
the people.
-Amendment IX, Bill of Rights, 1789
A. Citizens may have other rights not listed in the first eight
amendments
B. Citizens may use their rights to overturn expressed federal and
state powers.
C. Citizens may seek further amendments to revise and exterà the
Bill of Rights.
D. Citizens may petition the government to uphold their constitutional
rights.