The U.S. Constitution starts with the words “We the People.” What does “We the People” mean?

It means the power of the government comes from ordinary people, not a king or a small group. Citizens choose leaders and can change laws through voting and other democratic rights.

It means the government’s power comes from the people, not a king or a small group of leaders. Citizens give the government its authority through voting and participation. The Constitution begins this way to show that the people are ultimately in charge.

It means the government gets its power from the people, not from a king or another outside authority. Citizens agree to be governed by choosing leaders and following laws, and they can change the government through voting and amendments.

It means the government gets its power from ordinary citizens, not a king or a small group of rulers. In the United States, people choose leaders and can change laws through voting and other civic actions. This idea is a basic part of democracy.

It means the government gets its power from the people who agree to be governed by it. In return, the government must protect their rights and serve the public. This is the idea of a social contract between the people and their government.