Because there are so many basic human rights, not all of them could be listed in the Constitution. This amendment means that the rights that are enumerated cannot infringe upon rights that are not listed in the Constitution. Powers not given to the federal government by the Constitution belong to the states or the people. U.S. citizens who are 18 years of age or older have the right to vote. Following are highlights of the 41 articles of rights.
Every child has a right to life.
Every child has a right to a name at birth and a nationality. Every child has the right to live with his or her parent unless it is against the child's best interests. Special protection shall be given to refugee children. Every child has the right to the highest standard of health and medical care possible. The child has a right to education.