Unwritten Rules: Traditions and Norms

Unwritten rules, also known as traditions and norms, are important in how our government works alongside the Constitution. These are not written in the Constitution but are followed by the government and society.

For example, the practice of the President giving a State of the Union address every year is a tradition. These unwritten rules help guide behavior and decision-making, ensuring that leaders act in ways that are accepted by the public.