Constitution

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This branch interprets the laws and is made up of the court system

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Judicial

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Carries out / enforces the laws

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Executive Branch

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The states have historically had authority over education, and the federal gov't has not. This is an example of...

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Federalism

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If the federal government is not fulfilling its purpose / protecting our rights, the people have the right to overthrow it. This is an example of...

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Popular Sovereignty

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Congress makes the laws, but the Supreme Court decides if a law is constitutional/acceptable. This is an example of

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Checks and Balances

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When people vote for representatives, not for every law.

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Republicanism

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Each branch of government is able to limit the powers of the other branches - to prevent one branch from abusing its powers

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Checks and Balances

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Government's powers are defined and limited by the Constitution

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Limited Government

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This requires approval from 2/3 of Congress and 3/4 of the states

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Amending the Constitution

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Ultimate power is with the people, not with the government

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Popular Sovereignty