Constitutional

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 * "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 Bleesings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constituion for the United States of America." **

From the standpoint of being a constitutionally good citizen there are very direct and to the point things a person must do. The preamble lays the groundwork by saying what the founding fathers set out to accomplish through the constitution and through the formation of the United States. To carry out the goals they describe and list they would need participation from the citizens therefore the way to become a good citizen is to follow the path of the original U.S. citizens. To establish justice means to be fair to all our fellow citizens. Enforcing the Bill of Rights not only as government mandates but as personal codes of honor and integrity, and to uphold Abraham Lincoln’s famous quote, “All men (women) are created equal.” By acting justly we will build up society and strengthen our bonds with each other so as to bring every member into full and active participation. To insure domestic tranquility is to provide a stable and safe society for all members. Where there is no fear among members because of other members of society, and no chasm between different societal groups. To provide for the common defense is to take action and at times stand united in the military struggles facing society. This is not to say to ba a good citizen one must take up arms, wear a uniform, and march into battle at the will of his/her commander. Providing for the common defense is also standing in solidarity or alone to urge peace and other methods of resolution of military issues. Providing is also opening up our hearts and minds through prayer and merciful works for those fighting, those killed in action, or those discharged honorably or due to injury. Ultimately to provide for the common defense is to stand together even if our views vary and promote and protect the ideals of the United States. To promote the general welfare means many things. Promoting the general welfare is often summed up by people saying, “Support the American economy, buy American.” However, this is not the most important thing but rather, to support the values and ideals of the constitution. In a nation that pushes for values such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, wouldn’t these things sum up the general welfare? The right to life goes beyond abortion and the death penalty, but carries into how we care for our fellow citizens. Do we let the impoverished elderly suffer because of healthcare costs? Do we let fellow humans starve and live on the corners or in alley ways? This is not to force an opinion or push a political agenda, but rather to raise the question what does life mean in society. Promoting and fostering life is part of the general welfare because without life there is no society and no future for society. Also to make sure that all members have liberty to pursue their happiness is fundamental too. To promote the life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness of each member of society is promoting the general welfare. In direct correlation to the general welfare is securing the blessing of liberty. When these blessing are secured there will be no oppression from the government or other citizens. So as a citizen it is our job to make sure that no one person or groups’ rights hare alienated through government or human activity. If all citizens actively stand up for the rights of others then the blessing that flow forth from liberty will be passed onto our posterity for every generation to come.