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7 Principles Const.
Term | Definition |
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checks and balances | Each branch of government can exercise a control over other branches, |
Federalism | A system of government in which power is divided between a central government and state governments. |
separation of powers | Dividing the government in to 3 branches; not one branch is given all the control. |
limited government | The government only has those powers given to it by law under the Constitution. |
Republicanism | A government based on the consent of the people. |
individual rights | The freedoms given to each person to pursue their lives and goals without interference from other individuals or the government. |
Popular Sovereignty | People exercise their power by voting for political representatives; voting to elect people into office. |