Preamble to the Constitution

Purposes of Government according to the Constitution “To form a more perfect union”: which means to keep the states working together in a friendly way “To establish justice”: which means to treat people fairly “To insure domestic tranquility”: which means to keep order

“To promote the general welfare”: which means to help the people “To provide for the common defense”: which means to keep people safe from enemies “To promote the general welfare”: which means to help the people “To secure the blessings of liberty”: which means to protect each person’s freedom