Let’s say you had to write a constitution to live by. what would your own personal constitution say? in other words if you had to put your own personal values in writing, values that would guide your life moving forward, what would these values be? write a short constitution that would guide your life. include a brief preamble, three articles, and two sections under each article.

If you write a constitution about your personal life and your personal values, it will contain information that is unique to you. Therefore, this is a very personal question. Nevertheless, I can show what a personal constitution would look like for me.

This constitution establishes the duties that I believe are necessary for my happiness, as well as for my peaceful relationships with others. I state that if I follow these rules, my life and the life of people around me will be better.

Section a: Towards Myself

I promise to always try to be kind to myself. I will accept it when I cannot do something without being harsh towards myself, belittle myself, or doubt my abilities in other areas. I will also take breaks when necessary and appreciate the efforts I make everyday to be better.

Section b: Towards Others

I will try to always treat others in the same way in which I would want them to treat me. I will assume the best of people, and will try to understand their shortcomings without judgement.

Section a: Towards Myself

I will pursue the things that make me feel alive and happy to be me, without worrying about what others think of it. Moreover, when I have a real passion for something, I will dedicate time and effort to this pursuit.

Section b: Towards Others

I will encourage people to find and pursue their passions. I will celebrate their accomplishments in this regard and try not to stand in their way.

Section a: Towards Myself

I will be honest with myself when I am not doing well, or when I am not dedicating as much time or effort to some pursuit. I will also try to be honest when judging myself so that I can know and understand myself better.

Section b: Towards Others

I will conduct myself honestly towards others, and will value the trust that they put in me. I will not lie or deceive others.

c. the dred scott v. sandford case,

- a.) african slaves and indentured servant’s

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