1. The Preamble to the Constitution Purposes of the U.S. Government

2. Preamble of the Constitution
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

3. Form a More Perfect Union

4. We improved on the first American system of government which was based on the Articles of Confederation.
As Americans, we should always seek out ways to make our system of government better for all citizens.

5. Establish Justice

6. Laws and penalties/punishments should be fair and reasonable.

7. Insure Domestic Tranquility

8. Maintain peace within the nation so that all may be secure.

9. Provide for the Common Defense

10. Protect the nation and the nation’s interests from outside forces.

11. Promote the General Welfare

12. Actions taken by the government should always be taken with the best interests of the public in mind.

13. Secure the Blessings of Liberty

14. Provide citizens with the right to life, freedom, and the pursuit of happiness