Other interesting Amendments

The 13th amendment abolishes slavery, except as punishment for a crime. (chain gangs)

The 14th amendment makes the Government un-sueable for the loss of the value of a slave.

The 15th amendment says the right of citizens to vote shall not be infringed on the basis of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

The 16th amendment gives the federal government the right to charge an income tax, modifying Article I, section 9, of the Constitution.

The 18th amendment begins prohibition, it includes a clause for being ratified. Clearly, it was an iffy amendment from the outset.

The 19th amendment gives women the right to vote.

The 21st amendment repeals prohibition, but puts the right to make alcohol illegal into the hands of states and counties.