"We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice,
insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and
secure the Blessings of Liberty o ourselves and our Posterity [future generations], do ordain and
establish this Constitution for the United States of America."
- excerpt from the Preamble of the U.S. Consitution
What does the phrase "to ourselves and our Posterity" suggest about the Founding Father's
goals?
A.They wanted to create a lasting government that future Americans could benefit from.
B.They were willing to sacrifice their liberty for the benefit of their children.
C.They aimed to create a strong government, independent of the will of the people.
D.They wanted to create a social contract that future Americans could not break.