The document discusses the framers of the US Constitution and the system of federalism they established. It explains that the framers wanted a strong national government but also wanted to preserve the strength of states. They rejected the British model of government. The Constitution divides powers between the national and state governments in a dual system. The national government has powers granted by the Constitution, including expressed, implied, and inherent powers. However, it is also denied certain powers. States have reserved powers that are not granted to the national government or denied to the states by the Constitution. Both national and state governments are denied some powers as well.