Which document governs rights and government at the national level?

• A. Florida Constitution
• B. Both
• C. None
• D. U.S. Constitution

Answer: (D)

The national level is governed by the United States Constitution. It creates the national framework—Congress, the President, and the courts—and, through the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments, protects fundamental rights for people across the entire country. The Supremacy Clause makes this federal Constitution the supreme law of the land, so it takes precedence over state constitutions if there’s any conflict. The Florida Constitution, in contrast, governs how Florida’s state government operates and protects rights within Florida, potentially offering protections beyond federal ones, but it does not rule at the national level.