Tenn. Const. art. I, § 1
- Constitution
- Constitution of Tennessee
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
That all power is inherent in the people, and all free governments are founded on their authority, and instituted for their peace, safety, and happiness; for the advancement of those ends they have at all times, an unalienable and indefeasible right to alter, reform, or abolish the government in such manner as they may think proper.
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