The Cold War period contributed to the greatest rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. It was not just a race to arm and developed atomic weapons and to conquer space. The Soviet Union and the United States sought to expand their influence globally. This conflict was also reflected in the countries of the "third world". The governments of both countries sought to gain as many allies as possible and expand their political influence and impose the political systems of communism and democracy. To this end, pressure has been put on many governments around the world.
The Constitution of the United States established America's national government and fundamental laws, and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.
