All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal benefit, security and protection.
History: Const. 1963, Art. I, § 1, Eff. Jan. 1, 1964.
Former constitution: See Const. 1908, Art. II, § 1.
Mich. Const. art. I, § 1, under Declaration of Rights.
Mich. Const. art. I, § 1
Political power
All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal benefit, security and protection.
History: Const. 1963, Art. I, § 1, Eff. Jan. 1, 1964.
Former constitution: See Const. 1908, Art. II, § 1.