The first words of the Preamble which establish that the power of government comes from the people.
To take care of Americans
To create and maintain peace in the United States
To defend the nation
To protect our freedoms and our children's freedoms
To build a stronger government and country after the mess caused by the Articles of Confederation
To create fairness for all Americans.
To form a more perfect union
To provide for the common defense
To ensure domestic tranquility
To promote the general welfare
To establish justice
To secure the blessings of liberty
"We the people"
