Constitution of the United States
Article 1 – Establishment of the Constitution
We the Citizens of the United States do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. All the words starting with the words “Constitution of the United States” above and continuing to end of the words “The End of the Constitution of the United States” below are part of the Constitution.
Article 2 – The Purpose of Government
What is the purpose of government? The purpose of government is to be the structure for its citizens that supports a society that promotes and defends the Natural Rights of all humans.
What are the only proper functions of government? The only proper functions of government are two things: 1) To provide for the common defense, 2) To provide the few governmental services needed to promote and defend Natural Rights.
What powers and complementary acts should the Citizens grant to government to carry out the purpose and the functions? The powers and acts granted to the government by the Shared Consent of its citizens to fulfill its purpose and functions must be limited and specific. The powers and acts must be enumerated in this Constitution.