Understanding the Preamble

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What does this phrase really mean? "Form a more perfect union"

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A better union of states than before

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What does this phrase really mean? "Establish Justice"

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Create a fair legal system

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What does this phrase really mean? "Insure Domestic Tranquility"

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Keep things peaceful at home

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What does this phrase really mean? "Provide for the common defense"

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Join together to defend against attacks

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What does this phrase really mean? "Promote the General Welfare"

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Help support people’s well-being

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What does this phrase really mean? "Secure the Blessings of Liberty to Ourselves and Our Posterity"

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Make sure freedom and liberty are around today and for our descendents