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1 Constitution Supreme Law of the United States. Purpose is to provide a framework for the US government.

2 Preamble Introduction to the Constitution. Goals of the Constitution.

3 “We the People” 1.Form a more perfect union. (Unite the country under a strong government.) 2.Establish justice. (Laws that are fair for everyone.) 3.Ensure domestic tranquility. (Peace in the US.) 4.Provide for the common defense. (Maintain a military to protect the country.) 5.Promote the general welfare. (Keep citizens healthy.) 6.Secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity. (Our basic rights need protected forever.)

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