Unit 1 - Foundations of Democracy and Federalism

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Authority

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The right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.

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Concurrent Powers

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Powers that are shared by both the federal and state governments.

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Legitimacy

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The right and acceptance of an authority, usually a governing law or regime.

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Checks and Balances

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A system that ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful.

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Democracy

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A system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives.

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Separation of Powers

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The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches.

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Direct (participatory democracy)

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A form of democracy in which people decide on policy initiatives directly.

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Federalists

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Supporters of the proposed Constitution, who favored a strong national government.

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Representative democracy

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A type of democracy where elected officials represent a group of people.

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Antifederalists

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Opponents of the proposed Constitution, who favored stronger state governments.