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Federalism and the federal system define the basic structure of American government. There were many disagreements at the Constitutional Convention. Many delegates feared a national government that was too strong and many delegates feared that states' rights would merely continue the weak form of government under the Articles. The Constitution created a federal system of government (federalism) as a compromise. Under federalism, power is shared and divided between national and state governments. The US Constitution also establishes a democratic-republic. A pure democracy can only exist in small city-states, like in Greece where the system developed. A republic provides all the benefits of a democracy but allows the voters to elect representatives who handle the day-to-day operations of government. Notice in the Pledge of Allegiance " I pledge allegiance to the flag, and to the REPUBLIC for which it stands. . ."

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