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The last constitution in Georgia's history, prior to the current Constitution of 1983, was drafted in 1976 by the Office of Legislative Counsel. Basically, this document was a reorganization of the previous document.|

A second constitutional convention was called for by the voters of Kentucky in 1799. The abolished the electoral college and allowing senators, representatives, the governor and the newly-created office of lieutenant governor to be directly elected. In addition to appointing judges, the governor was given the power to appoint a number of local offices including sheriffs, coroners and justices of the peace. The 1799 Constitution also placed on the governor, stipulating that a governor could not succeed himself in office for a period of seven years. Membership in both houses of the General Assembly was also limited.|

The second draft of the Wisconsin Constitution was considered to be a much more conservative document. It was completed in December 1846, approved by the electorate in March 1848 and ratified by the .|

Article 268 of the Constitution of the Republic of Burundi (2005)|

to the Georgia State Constitution is a brief introductory statement describing the principles which the Constitution is meant to serve. It expresses in general terms the intentions of its authors. It does not grant nor prohibit any authority to the . However, it has at times been used by the Supreme Court of Georgia to help in deciding a case. For instance, the portion of the Preamble which states \"\" has been used in several court cases regarding family issues such as , and .|

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The article entitled "General Provisions" consists of sections 224-255.|

A second constitutional convention was called for by the voters of Kentucky in 1799. The abolished the electoral college and allowing senators, representatives, the governor and the newly-created office of lieutenant governor to be directly elected. In addition to appointing judges, the governor was given the power to appoint a number of local offices including sheriffs, coroners and justices of the peace. The 1799 Constitution also placed on the governor, stipulating that a governor could not succeed himself in office for a period of seven years. Membership in both houses of the General Assembly was also limited.|

Wisconsin has continued to use its original constitution, which was ratified as Wisconsin achieved statehood; however, the current version is the second document to be proposed as the state constitution. A group of met in Madison in 1846 to author a state constitution but came up short with various provisions were considered radical for that era. Because of these various radical provisions, the electorate rejected this first draft of the Wisconsin Constitution and elected a second delegation to draft a second constitution.|

of the provides two methods of amendment:|

Article V of the Wisconsin Constitution is entitled "Executive" and consists of ten sections. It describes executive office in the state, providing for a and who are elected jointly to four year terms.|

Through the Constitution with Douglas V. Gibbs The 17th Amendment removed State representation in the federal government, centralizing the government in Washington, and diminishing the voice of the States. Ratified during the progressive era, the amendment changed the dynamics of the American System, opening a path for tyranny in the central government. By eliminating the States' ability to participate in the federal government, it removed their influence regarding their own interests, and introduced ideology into the Senate, placing the powers of advise and consent into the hands of directly elected officials. Join Douglas V. Gibbs of Political Pistachio as he journeys through the United States Constitution, examining the concepts, principles, and direct text of the U.S. Constitution from the original point of view of the Founding Fathers. New episodes Sunday Mornings, 9:00 am Pacific Time. Visit Constitution Study Radio for all podcasts. Doug's book, 25 Myths of the United States Constitution is available on Amazon, and CreateSpace.|

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