Understanding the True Purpose of the Constitution: A Closer Look

The U.S. Constitution, established in 1787, serves two fundamental purposes. First, it creates a new, more complex governmental structure and expands the powers of Congress. Second, it provides a framework to limit and chain governmental power while defining the powers of the states and the federal government to prevent overreach.

Creating a Larger and More Complex Government

The U.S. Constitution introduced a new government that was significantly larger and more complex compared to the previous Confederation Congress, which consisted of only a unicameral legislature. The new system established a bicameral legislature with a Senate and a House of Representatives, adding two entirely new branches: the executive and the judicial branches. The executive branch included the President and numerous departments, and the judicial branch comprised the Supreme Court and lesser federal courts. The Constitution also expanded the powers of Congress, granting it over 50 exclusive powers, as outlined in Article I, Section 8. The new office of the President was granted six exclusive powers, with four additional powers requiring joint operation by Congress and the President.

Limited and Chained Government Power

In addition to creating a new governmental structure, the Constitution also serves a second purpose: to limit and chain the power of the government. It provides a clear definition of the powers of the states and federal government, ensuring neither oversteps the other. This balance is crucial for maintaining a healthy democracy and preventing one branch from becoming too powerful.

The Constitutional Illusion and True Nature

However, the true nature of the Constitution and the governmental structures it establishes can be deceptive. The idea of rights and freedom promised in the Constitution is often an illusion. The powerful and the elite are not bound by the same laws as the common people. The police, often seen as protectors, serve the interests of the ruling class. Harsh realities, such as reporting corruption and facing harassment or termination, demonstrate the contradictions between the idea of law and its enforcement. The Constitution, a document meant to protect the populace, often acts as a shield for the ruling class.

Challenging the Myths and Expectations

While many believe in the rule of law, the reality is stark. In practice, the powerful and the elite are often above the law, while the police are not there to serve and protect, but to enforce the order that serves the interest of the ruling class. Even those honest police officers who report corruption face harassment and termination. The primary function of law enforcement becomes logging crimes and nabbing the closest "criminal," rather than serving the public. This reality can be a rude awakening to those who study the law in its actual implementation.

Reflections on Democracy and Freedom

It is important to recognize that the U.S. Constitution, while noble in its intentions, is not a perfect defense against the encroachment of the state. The government frequently selects which laws to enforce and how to interpret them, often to benefit the ruling class. Historically, the only way to change the system has been through violent revolution, which, while effective in some cases, often leads to the replacement of one oppressive regime with another. This is the reality that the U.S. Constitution represents to many.

For those who still believe in the system, the examination and study of actual laws versus perceived laws and case law can be eye-opening. While there are instances of true justice, the majority of the population may find that the illusion of freedom and equality is just that—an illusion. The fight for true democracy and freedom continues, and those who are brainwashed or financially invested in maintaining the status quo will likely have a difficult time seeing the truth.