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Question

"That whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to affect their safety and happiness." - The Declaration of Independence
According to the passage, what should be the goal of government?
Use powers to form principles
Act as a foundation for powers
Abolish what the people disagree with
Give the people safety and happiness

Answer 1

According to the passage, the goal of government should be to give the people safety and happiness.