Preamble

=The Preamble and the Purposes of Government Discussion=

In the opening paragraph to the Constitution, 6 purposes of government are specified:

1. Form a More Perfect Union 2. Establish Justice 3. Insure Domestic Tranquility 4. Provide for the Common Defense 5. Promote the General Welfare 6. Secure the Blessings of Liberty

//**Today, which of these do you think should be the Priority of the U.S. Government and why ? What are some things that the government is doing, or could do in these areas ? What are some specific examples from the news of the U.S. government acting in one or more of these areas ? POST YOUR COMMENTS AND REPLIES TO THE DISCUSSION TAB ON THIS PAGE.**//