9. Use the passage below from an exchange between former president Nixon and a television interviewer, to answer the question that follows. "Well, when the president does it, that means that it is not illegal"-Richard M. Nixon Source: The Washington Post,June 5, 1977 Which constitutional principle does the statement from President Nixon contradict? A. separation of powers B. republicanism C. rule of law D. equality 10. Which form of government is based on popular sovereignty? A. communism B. dictatorship C. monarchy D. republic 11.Use the provided Preamble to the United States Constitution to answer the question. "We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare , and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America." Source: National Archives and Records Administration Which of the following statements best describes the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution? A. Governments are accountable to the citizens over whom they rule. B. States will ensure that all citizens are granted certain freedoms. C. People allow representatives to speak on behalf of all citizens. D. Courts will elect officials to represent the people and ensure liberty.