the articles of the confederation gives some powers to the
federal government but says that otherwise each state "retains its sovereignty, freedom
and independence, and every power, jurisdiction and right, which si not by this confederation
expressly delegated to the united states

political idea expressed : avoiding an overly powerful federal government

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multiple national executives who could be removed from power by the states if necessary were a feature of which plan for the federal government presented at the constitutional convention : the new jersey plan

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"it is dangerous for any leader to get too powerful" supports the government established by the articles of confederation

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why were southern states concerened about giving the federal government the power to regulate international commerce?
*they were weorried that the government would put restrictions on the slave trade

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in debates leading up to the three-fifths compromise, southern states argued that: slaved should be counted among a state's population for the purpose of deciding the state's number of congressional representatives

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which statement best explains how the constitution addressed a weakness in the articles of confederation?:
the federal government did not have enough power to enforce its laws so the constitution gave the federal government more power to the states

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at the constitutional convention, delegates from northern and southern states disagreed about: whether the federal government should have the power to regulate slavery

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diagram:
the new jersey plan for the federal government ---> called for equal representatations for each state in congress ---> favored by smaller states

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the original purpose of the constitutional convention was to discuss revising the articles of the confederation

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federalists believe in a strong centeral government, fear tyranny
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states begin holding conventions to debate ratifying the constitutions
deleware,georgia,and nj vote in favor of ratifying the constitution
constitution goes into effect
virgina and ny times in favor of ratifying the constitution
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which statement would a federalist agree with: federal government can only function effectively if it has the ability to collect taxes
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the addition of a bill of rights was key to anti-federalist support for the constitution
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james madison :supported federal government stronger than states, w/ three branches, & ratifying constitution
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what process did states use to decide whether to ratify the constitution: they held conventions where reps voted for or against ratification
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the first 10 ammendments = bill of rights
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We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States
*idea expressed : government is responsible for protecting citizens*
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article 4 of the constitution which includes the supremacy clause ensures that : federal laws are always superior to state laws
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constitution establishes supreme court is country's top court
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what was the result of the reconstruction amendments (13th,14th,15th amendments)
*slavery was abolished and voting rights were extended to all male citizens
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article 2 outlines structure of executive branch
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which cenario is avoided because the constitution contains the supremacy clause
*a state passes a law that contradicts to the 19th amendment
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which statement best explains why the framers of the constitution defiend the process of amending the document so specifically
*they wanted amendments to be made thoughtfully and with consensus
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preamble to constitution says 1 purpose of the govt is to creat a military
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judicial branch : declares laws constitutional or not, presiding over president impeachment hearings, deciding legality of executive orders
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government is forbidden from searching a citizens house 0 reason
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president doesnt like the idea of a national health care plan but she supports the plan because people prefer it : popular sovereignty
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political power ultimately rests w/ the people not the govt. - idea comes from enlightenment and is in constitution
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what is one way the legislative branch checks the power of judicial branch : congress must approve federal judge appointments
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Every Bill which shall have passed the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall, before it become a Law, be presented to the President of the United States: If he approve he shall sign it, but if not he shall return it, with his Objections to that House in which it shall have originated, who shall enter the objections at large on their journal and proceed to reconsider
*checks & balances
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specifically listed in the constitution, include the power to command armed forces, also known as enumerated powers = expressed powers
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delegated powers = powers the constitution gives to the federal government
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what is one benefit to the constitution giving powers to state governments : it allows state residents to make decisions on local issues
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setting up public schools = reserved for state governments
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printing money, regulating trade, declaring war = delegated powers
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the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in cases of rebellion or invasion the public safety may require it
*denied powers
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which feature of the us government is based on the principle of federalism --> the division of powers between the federal government & states
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federal govt has power to organize armed forced --> can order a draft to force people to server = necessary and proper clause
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what is the constitutional basis for the implied powers of the federal government : they are allowed by the necessary and proper clause of the constitution
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over time the u.s. system of dual federalism has been replaced with a system of cooperative federalism
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the supreme court case of mcculloch and maryland ensured that : a state law could be declared illegal if it contradicted the constitution
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article 4 section 4 of the constitution helpes define the relationship between the state and federal governments by stating that : states can rely on the federal government to protect them if needed
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some powers are expressly given to the federal govt under contitution
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which statement best describes how federalism changed as a result of the economic crisis of the 1930s : the lines between federal and state powers blurred as the federal govt played a larger role in funding & directing state govts
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federal law always above state law
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state govts came to depend on federal $ to help them financially during a crisis
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supreme court can declare a state law unconstitutional : supremacy clause
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states have come to depend more on federal funding and intervention in state affairs
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contitution reserves all powers not delegated to federal government for the states
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Concepts of Federalism. Federalism is a type of government in which the power is divided between the national government and other governmental units. It contrasts with a unitary government, in which a central authority holds the power, and a confederation, in which states, for example, are clearly dominant.

Delegated powers are government powers specifically outlined in the U.S. Constitution. These powers limit what Congress can do, and also define what Congress is in charge of regulating.

Powers Denied to the National Government. Powers are denied to the National Government in three distinct ways: Some powers, such as the power to levy duties on exports or prohibit the freedom of religion, speech, press, or assembly, are expressly denied to the National Government in the Constitution.

Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 allows the Government of the United States to: "make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers, and all other powers vested by this constitution