The Preamble to the Constitution begins with the words “We the People.” What principle of government do these words imply? Gover

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The Preamble to the Constitution begins with the words “We the People.” What principle of government do these words imply? Gover

nments derive their powers from the consent of the governed. All men are created equal and have inalienable rights to life and liberty. That government is best which governs least. A federal system is based on the division of powe

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marshall27 [118] · Answer 1 · 2022-07-04T19:06:17+03:00

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These words imply that "Governments derive their powers <span> from the consent of the governed</span>" although it is also true that the Founders believed all people are born with certain rights.