The first words of the U.S. Constitution, “We the people. . . .” reflect the principle of popular sovereignty. This principle emphasizes that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people, through their elected representatives.
The first words of the U.S. Constitution are “We the people. . . .” Which founding principle do these words reflect?(1 point)
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republicanism
republicanism
popular sovereignty
popular sovereignty
separation of powers
separation of powers
checks and balances
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