The Office of the Secretary of State is privileged to publish the Missouri Constitution and the Constitution of the United States. These documents lay the foundation of our freedoms, help guide us in times of uncertainty and establish our rights as citizens of Missouri and the United States of America.
The Constitution of Missouri states that “all political power is vested in and derived from the people; that all government of right originates from the people.” There is great power in freedom; as Americans, we have created that strength and have a duty to maintain it. Our freedom is reliant on integrity, honesty, and civility – and we have been given an incredible opportunity to model this for the next generation.
I am truly honored to be your Secretary of State, and invite you to read and study the Missouri Constitution and the United States Constitution.
Sincerely,
John R. Ashcroft
Secretary of State
