Wash. Const. art. I, § 1
- Constitution
- Constitution of Washington
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
POLITICAL POWER. All political power is inherent in the people, and governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to protect and maintain individual rights.
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