Multiple choice

What does the phrase "We the People" mean?

  1. Constitution gets its authority from the people

  2. Constitution gets its authority from the states

  3. Constitution gets its authority from the Legislature

  4. Constitution gets its authority from the founders

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Explanation

The phrase 'We the People' establishes the principle of popular sovereignty, meaning the government's power is derived from the consent of the governed.