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The Constitution

This article explores the importance of the Preamble in the Constitution of the United States, including its meaning and significance. Discover why the Preamble serves as an introduction to the Constitution and the principles it establishes.

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The Constitution

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  1. The Constitution • Preamble

  2. The Preamble • Introduction to the Constitution • Much like the introduction of a book • Why would an author choose to include an introduction?

  3. The Preamble

  4. What does it mean? • We the People of the United States = All the people of the United States • in order to form a more perfect union = in order to make things better for everyone in this country • establish justice = establish fairness and honesty • insure domestic tranquility = guarantee peace so we get along with one another • provide for the common defense = protect us from other people or countries who might try to harm us • promote general welfare = help make a good life for everyone • secure blessings of liberty = protect our rights and freedoms • to ourselves and our posterity = for ourselves and those who are born after we are • do ordain and establish = do approve of and live by

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