"We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and
secure the Blessings of Liberty o ourselves and our Posterity [future generations], do ordain and
establish this Constitution for the United States of America."
- excerpt from the Preamble of the U. S. Consitution

What does the phrase "to ourselves and our Posterity" suggest about the Founding Father's
goals?

A. They wanted to create a lasting government that future Americans could benefit from.

B. They were willing to sacrifice their liberty for the benefit of their children.

C. They aimed to create a strong government, independent of the will of the people.

D. They wanted to create a social contract that future Americans could not break.