Read the excerpt below. Then answer the question. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

14th Amendment, U. S. Constitution

Which principle of American government does this excerpt support?

Group of answer choices

1.The rule of law applies to all, regardless of race, gender or political party

2.Government exists only if it protects the natural rights of its citizens

3.Citizenship includes rights and responsibilities

4.Separation of powers guarantees equality