Art. II, § 1
Political power inherent in the people
Right
Founding & Purposes
Art. II · Voting, Initiative and Referendum, and Recall
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All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their protection, security, and benefit, and they have the right to alter or reform it when the public good may require.
History: Sec. 1 renumbered from Sec. 26 (of Art. 1) on June 8, 1976, by Prop. 14. Res.Ch. 5, 1976.
Simplified explanation
All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their protection, security, and benefit, and they have the right to alter or reform it when the public good may require.