Section 1. The equality and rights of persons

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The equality and rights of persons

We hold it to be self-evident that all persons are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, the enjoyment of the fruits of their own labor, and the pursuit of happiness.

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Election Date: November 3, 1970

Votes For Ratification: 393759

Votes Against Ratification: 251132

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

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Amendment Source: 1969 Chap 1258

Effective Date Source: 1969 Chapter 1258

The equality and rights of persons

That we hold it to be self-evident that all persons are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, the enjoyment of the fruits of their own labor, and the pursuit of happiness.

Summary: Updates the language to use "persons" instead of "men".

Election Date: November 2, 1946

Votes For Ratification: 186,540

Votes Against Ratification: 133,396

Percent for Ratification: 58%

Percent Against Ratification: 42%

Notes:

Amendment Source: 1945 Chap 634

Effective Date Source: 1945 Chap. 634

The equality and rights of men

That we hold it to be self-evident that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, the enjoyment of the fruits of their own labor, and the pursuit of happiness.

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