The Constitution of the United States is often called a "living document," meaning that it is open for interpretation. The Constitution of the United States can be interpreted differently as the times andcircumstances change. In creating the Constitution, our Founding Fathers wanted the Constitution to be able to be flexible and open to what changes might need to be placed. They believed that their job was to set down the basic principles. This would allow …showed first 75 words of 511 total…

…showed last 75 words of 511 total…contention of homosexuals and their partners wanting the same rights as married couples. The Founding Fathers did not see that in the future the Constitution would be challenged to define marriage and family. In conclusion, the Founding Fathers laid the groundwork for the following generations to add to the Constitution their experiences. The interpretation of the Constitution and its Amendments change with passing years andevents. Today's interpretation of the Constitution will not be tomorrow's interpretation.