7 Principles of Government-8th

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The principle that "people rule"

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Popular Sovereignty

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The principle that the government should not have too much power

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Limited Power of Government

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The principle that the state and federal government have shared and separate powers

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Federalism

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The principle that the government should spread out power

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Separation of Powers

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The principle that we choose people to vote and make laws for us

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Republicanism

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Voting is an example of: Separation of Power, Checks and Balances, Popular Sovereignty

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Popular Sovereignty

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A veto is an example of: Separation of Power, Checks and Balances, Popular Sovereignty

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Checks and Balances

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The three branches of government are an example of:

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Separation of Power

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Principle that gives citizens the power elect Congressmen to serve in Washington, D.C.

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Republicanism

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The principle that the government should not have too much power

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Limited Power of Government