Me. Const. art. I, § 2
- Constitution
- Constitution of Maine
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Power inherent in people. All power is inherent in the people; all free governments are founded in their authority and instituted for their benefit; they have therefore an unalienable and indefeasible right to institute government, and to alter, reform, or totally change the same, when their safety and happiness require it.
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