Decoding the Preamble (Analysis)

"We the People of the United States.."

• All citizens in this country together

• The leaders in the country

...in order to form a more perfect union...

• to create a divide in the country

• will make this country a better place

establish justice, insure domestic tranquility

• create a fair system, make sure there is peace at home

• build bridges, and fight wars

...provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare...

• the people will be protected and taken care of

• the military will be strong and mighty

...and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity...

• Everyone must attend church and belong to a religion

• Make sure our freedom is protected and the freedom of our children

...do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."

• the people made this document and the people give this country its power

• this document is an option for the people to follow.