Why did Gouverneur Morris use the phrase "We the People of the United States" in the new Constitution?
A) He wanted to exclude women and African Americans from the rights described in the document.
B) The phrase recalled the Declaration of Independence and would help Americans approve the document.
C) The other delegates voted unanimously on the phrase, thinking it would help ensure ratification.
D) He wanted to include women and African Americans in the rights described in the document.
E) He wanted to avoid mention of the states because he was unsure how many and which states would ratify the document.
Answer: E
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