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Constitution Day: Celebrating the document that set America apart
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Constitution Day: Celebrating the document that set America apart

By Web Desk | The News International US Constitution day celebrates the signing of the US constitution On September 17 every year, the United States commemorates Constitution day. The day celebrates the signing of the foundational document of American history that established the system of government in 1787. Americans use this day to reflect on their constitutional history, significance, and enduring promise of the U.S. constitution. In Philadelphia, a constitutional convention was organised that resulted in the emergence of the document of constitution. The discussions and dialogues lasted for months and finally the official document was signed on September 17, 1787. Via these governing principles of state, a revolutionary system of government was introduced that con...
In Constitution Day Letter, President Trump Urges Naturalized Citizens of Their Sacred Duty
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In Constitution Day Letter, President Trump Urges Naturalized Citizens of Their Sacred Duty

By Homeland Security Today | Homeland Security Today Today, on Constitution Day, President Trump issued a letter congratulating newly naturalized citizens taking the Oath of Allegiance and urging them to “safeguard, honor, and respect” the American Constitution. “The United States is now your homeland, and you stand as part of one Nation under God,” wrote President Trump. “You have pledged your heart to America-and in return, she offers the boundless promise of freedom and opportunity.” U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present this letter to all new citizens during their naturalization ceremonies. “After years of abuse, sanity is returning to our immigration system,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “American citizenship is a ...
How engine trouble in Grand County inspired Constitution Day celebrations in Mesa County
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How engine trouble in Grand County inspired Constitution Day celebrations in Mesa County

By Jen Schumann | Contributor, Rocky Mountain Voice Mesa County residents Edward and Betty Baltzer were in Grand County last summer when their Jeep broke down. During repairs, Betty saw a sign for Constitution Day events there and snapped a photo to show her friend, Lisa Fry. This sparked the idea to organize a celebration in Mesa County. Lisa Fry and Ruth Kinnett, co-hosts of The Mesa County Compass YouTube channel, led the initiative. Their efforts gained support from Mesa County Commissioners, resulting in a proclamation read by Commissioner Bobbie Daniel on Sept. 17 during a special ceremony. "Celebrating the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution provides an opportunity for all Americans to realize the achievements of the framers and the rights, privileges and resp...

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