Judeo-Christian Ethics
Sultan
Spring 2000
It has been contended that present day constitutionalism in the United States is built upon
four written documents: The 1776 Declaration of Independence, the 1787 Constitution,
the 1791 Bill of Rights and Lincolns 1863 Gettysburg Address. The first three are
products of representative assemblies and/or legislative bodies. The fourth is a speech at a
military graveyard. Assuming the contention to be true, what is there about Lincolns
speech that elevates it to such a foundational stature?
Be as detailed and specific as is possible!
