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FACSIMILE OF FIRST PAGE OF THE SECOND CONSTITUTION OF OHIO, 1851

The original is preserved in the office of the secretary of state, Columbus, Ohio

THE SECOND CONSTITUTION OF THE

STATE OF OHIO

DONE IN CONVENTION AT CINCINNATI,
MARCH 10, 1851

We the people of the State of Ohio, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and promote the common welfare, do establish this Constitution.

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SECTION 1. All men are, by nature, free and independent, and have certain inalienable rights, among which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and seeking and obtaining happiness and safety.

SEC. 2. All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal protection and benefit, and they have the right to alter, reform, or abolish the same, whenever they may deem it necessary; and no special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted that may not be altered, revoked, or repealed by the General Assembly.

SEC. 3. The people have the right to assemble together, in a peaceable manner, to consult for their common good; to instruct their representatives; and to petition the General Assembly for the redress of griev

ances.

SEC. 4. The people have the right to bear arms for their defense and security; but standing armies, in time

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