That government is, or ought to be, instituted for the common benefit, protection, and security of the people, nation, or community

from The Fifth Virginia Convention – Virginia Declaration of Rights (1776) on Rap Genius

Meaning

Government is meant to serve the people, an entity existing for our benefit and protection

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