The American's Creed affirms belief in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people, whose just powers come from the consent of the governed; a democracy in a republic; a sovereign nation of many sovereign states, a perfect union, one and inseparable, established on principles of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity for which American patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes. It further declares a duty to love the country, support its Constitution, obey its laws, respect its flag, and defend it against all enemies. In grateful remembrance, it honors the men and women who sacrificed their lives and fortunes to help establish American independence during the American Revolution and credits their valor with securing a democracy in a republic founded on those same principles.