In the preamble, what does the phrase form a more perfect union mean?

What are the basic ideas and goals of the US Constitution?

Preamble to the U.S. Constitution:

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 to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and  establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

Explanation:

The preamble outlines six main goals!

1. Form a more perfect union: to help keep the country together as one .

2. Establish justice: provide laws and punishments in a fair manner .

3. Insure domestic tranquility: keep peace within the country .

4. Provide for the common defense: protect the citizens (military) .

5. Promote the general welfare: look out for the general well-being of

all citizens .

6. Secure the blessings for liberty: protect freedom now and for the

future.

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