Topic 4

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Branches of government NOT established by the Constitution

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Military

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Reason for adding the Bill of Rights to the Constitution

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To limit the power of the federal government and protect individual freedoms

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Key principle discussed in Federalist No. 51

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The need for separation of powers and checks and balances.

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Reason Anti-Federalists opposed the Constitution

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They feared it gave too much power to the federal government.

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Lincoln's argument in his Speech on the Dred Scott Decision (1857)

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The Supreme Court had overstepped its authority in denying citizenship to African Americans.

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Federalist No. 51's view on the judicial branch

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It emphasizes the importance of the judicial branch.

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Federalist No. 10's view on direct democracy

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Only direct democracy should be allowed.

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Principle of limited government

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Government power must be restricted to prevent abuses and protect citizens

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Difference between a republic and a pure democracy

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A republic elects representatives to govern on behalf of the people, while a pure democracy requires direct citizen participation in all decisions

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Unlimited government control

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Government should have unlimited control over citizens' lives