The Preamble to the United States Constitution is a brief introductory statement of the Constitution’s fundamental purposes and guiding principles. This website will thoroughly explain what each phrase of the preamble means.
The Preamble of the United States ConstitutionWe the people of the United States,
In order to form a more perfect union, Establish justice, Insure domestic tranquility, Provide for common defense, 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. |