Preamble
Purpose of the Constitution
Structure
Founding & Purposes
Preamble
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We, the People of the State of California, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure and perpetuate its blessings, do establish this Constitution.
Simplified explanation
The People of the State of California, grateful to Almighty God for their freedom, establish this Constitution to secure and perpetuate its blessings.