Back to the Beginning: The Preamble

When was the last time you read the U.S. Constitution?

I’ve never read the Constitution completely

I can’t remember; it’s been a while.

I’m betting the last time I read it was in school.

I’ve read bits and pieces over time, but not the whole document at once.

I’ve read significant portions of it recently.

I regularly refer to it.

Interpreting the Constitution

The Constitution can be interpreted in different ways. Two common methods include:

Originalism: The belief that the Constitution should be interpreted as it was understood at the time it was written.

Living Constitution: The belief that the Constitution should evolve and be interpreted in the context of modern society.

How do you think the Constitution should be interpreted?

Based on its original meaning and intent.

Adapted to meet the needs of modern society.

A balance of both approaches.

I’m unsure.

Other

Reflecting on the Preamble, what do you believe the founding fathers aimed to achieve with the phrase 'in Order to form a more perfect Union'? Check all that apply.

A stronger, more unified national identity for the people.

A federal government capable of managing national affairs.

To ensure the nation can present a unified front against foreign adversaries and threats.”

A vehicle for resolving internal conflicts and disputes among states.

Recognition of imperfection in governance and the acknowledgment of the need for improvement.

An expectation of future improvements to the foundation they laid.

A framework to facilitate trade and commerce among states and abroad.

Please rank all six goals in order of importance, with the top being most important and the bottom least:

A more perfect Union
Establish Justice
Insure domestic Tranquility
Provide for the common defense
Promote the general Welfare
Secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity

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