Principles of Government

ReviewUnit 3

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The people elect representatives.

Republicanism

To prevent any single group from gaining too

much authority.

Separation of Powers

Each branch can limit the power of the other

two.

Checks and Balances

The people hold the final authority in

government.

Popular Sovereignty

The government has only those powers

granted by the constitution.

Limited Government

These are guaranteed in the Bill of Rights

Individual Rights

Allows the people of each state to deal with

their needs in their own way.

Federalism

The President can veto a bill passed by

Congress.

Checks and Balances

Congress passes laws.

Separation of Powers

The Senate must confirm Presidential

appointments.

Checks and Balances

Representatives hold the power to make laws and conduct

government.

Republicanism

Each branch of government has its own functions and

powers.

Separation of Powers

Consent of the governed.

Popular Sovereignty

Freedom of speech, for example.

Individual Rights

Shows that no one is above the law.

Limited Government

This helps to maintain a balance of power

between the 3 branches.

Checks and Balances

The power to govern is shared between the national

and state governments.

Federalism

Judges interpret laws.

Separation of Powers

These are expanded on in #11 – 27.

Individual Rights

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