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The document discusses the division of powers in the US federal system between national, state, and local governments. It outlines the three types of powers granted by the Constitution - expressed, concurrent, and reserved powers. The benefits and drawbacks of the federal system are presented, along with the evolution of federalism over time through different approaches. The roles and responsibilities of state governments, legislatures, governors, and court systems are summarized. Local government types are also briefly mentioned.
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Federalism is a system of government where power is shared between a central federal government and state governments. Under federalism, the federal government has enumerated powers while states have reserved powers not granted to the federal government through the 10th Amendment. Over time, the scope of the federal government has expanded as it takes on new responsibilities in areas such as the economy, social policies, and issues that cross state boundaries. The balance of power between federal and state governments has shifted through Supreme Court rulings and policies that increase or decrease centralized power.
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Federalism is a system of government that divides power between a central federal government and state governments. Under the US Constitution, governmental power is shared between the federal government and state governments, with the federal government having broad general powers and states having more specific regulatory powers. The purpose of federalism is to ensure a balance of power between the federal and state governments.
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- 7. activity?
- 11. Reaportionment
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