Constitution

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Introductory part of a statute or deed stating its aims

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Preamble

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A distinct often numbered section of a writing

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Articles

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Establishes that federal constitution take precedence of laws

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Supremacy Clause

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An addition made to a constitution, statue, or legislative bill

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Amendment

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Separate branches are empowered to prevent actions by others

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Checks and Balances

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Powers specifically granted to the federal government

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Expressed powers

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Political powers granted to the U.S. government not stated

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Implied powers

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A power that is given and granted to the national government

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Delegated power

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Powers shared by both the federal and state governments

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Concurrent powers

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Powers expressly granted to the federal government

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Enumerated powers