The summary of the Preamble of the Declaration of Independence is that it outlines the reasons why the American colonies sought to break away from British rule and establish themselves as an independent nation. The Preamble asserts that when a government becomes destructive and infringes upon the natural rights of its citizens, it is the people's right to abolish that government and create a new one that will protect their rights and secure their future happiness. The Preamble also emphasizes the equality of all individuals and the concept that governments derive their power from the consent of the governed.
