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According to [http://www.m-w.com Merriam-Webster Online], a constitution is:
According to [http://www.m-w.com Merriam-Webster Online], a constitution is:
:<b>a.</b> the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
:<b>a.</b> the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
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The [[chapter]] constitution of [[Iota Phi]] guides the rules and operations of the [[chapter]]. When in doubt, consult the constitution.
The [[chapter]] constitution of [[Iota Phi]] guides the rules and operations of the [[chapter]]. When in doubt, consult the constitution.
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Latest revision as of 02:54, 30 June 2009


According to Merriam-Webster Online, a constitution is:

a. the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
b. a written instrument embodying the rules of a political or social organization.

The chapter constitution of Iota Phi guides the rules and operations of the chapter. When in doubt, consult the constitution.