THE+YOUNG+REPUBLIC-EP

==In the early years of the republic the BILL OF RIGHTS was established so that the constitution could be passed. All this was passed in 1789. 12 amendments were proposed but only 10 of those passed. 8 of this amendments protect the rights of individuals against the government. the 9th states our other rights in the constitution. the 10th adds that an power not specifically giving to the feds, are reserved for the states.On September 25, 1789, the First Congress of the United States proposed to the state legislatures 12 amendments to the Constitution that met requirements so that the consititution could be passed.==