When our forefathers established the American Constitution, they held the beliefs that all citizens of the U.S. should have the basic freedoms and rights, equality and security. These basic beliefs laid the foundation for our country. These ideas are still used today. If Americans did not have basic freedoms and rights, then our government would not be a democracy. Some of these freedoms include freedom of speech, freedom of religion and freedom of the …showed first 75 words of 586 total…

…showed last 75 words of 586 total…security. Other ways of helping keeping our country secure is by abiding by the laws and respecting them. All of this is important to the American society to run a smooth government and life. In return, the government repays the people by providing social security, welfare and other programs to secure the lives and lifestyles of the people. If we as individuals do not uphold these beliefs, then our society could not grow and prosper.