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The video details several significant changes from the 1973 Constitution's preamble. These include changing 'divine providence' to 'Almighty God' for a more direct and personal religious reference, and replacing 'general welfare' with 'common good' to ensure the government's efforts benefit all without exception.
New additions to the 1987 preamble include 'aspirations' to reflect the dreams of Filipinos, 'independence' to emphasize national autonomy, 'rule of law' as a reminder against past authoritarianism, 'truth' for transparency in government, and 'love' to overcome societal divisions.
The video defines 'preamble' from its Latin root 'praeambulus,' meaning 'walking before.' It is essentially an introduction to a document, explaining what's to come, and is likened to an important introduction.
Despite being an introduction and not a direct source of rights, the preamble is crucial. It identifies the authors of the Constitution and outlines its general purposes. The video also notes that while not all constitutions have preambles, most do.
The 1987 Philippine Constitution's preamble is highlighted as one of the world's longest, expressing the values, ideals, and aspirations of the Filipino people. It begins with 'We, the sovereign Filipino people,' emphasizing that the Constitution's authority comes from the people themselves.