The Meaning and History Behind Arkansas’ State Motto “Regnat Populus” The Natural State, The Land of Opportunity. But Arkansas’ official state motto, “Regnat Populus”, holds rich meaning as well. Translated from Latin as “The People Rule”, the state motto reflects Arkansas’ history of popular democracy and self-governance dating back to early frontier settlements. Origins and Adoption of “Regnat Populus” as ...

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