declare war and make treaties
The United States Constitution was written because the Articles of Confederation were a failed attempt at government structure. The Constitution joined the states under a government of shared responsibilities, while the Articles of Confederation allowed the states virtual autonomy.
Technically, when America was still the 13 original colonies they were ruled by the British. But when America gained its independence and the colonies became states, the first government they put in place was the Articles of Confederation.
Division of Powers
One believe that the two governments shared in 1790
declare war and make treaties
Switzerland is an example of a country that has a confederation system of government, with power shared between the central government and its cantonal governments.
They had expected changes to the Articles of Confederation not a whole new government.
The United States Constitution was written because the Articles of Confederation were a failed attempt at government structure. The Constitution joined the states under a government of shared responsibilities, while the Articles of Confederation allowed the states virtual autonomy.
The power togovernment is SHARED between the nations government and states. Federalism came about because the articles of confederation created a weak federal government
I believed they are shared between state and local governments
Share
powers shared by both state and federal governments
There are some powers, known as concurrent powers, that are shared between state and federal governments. For example, both governments can collect taxes and enact laws.
The structure of the federal government was discussed at the Constitutional Convention, along with how power should be shared between the states and the national government. Another significant issue was how representation in Congress should be determined.
It depends on the type of government and constitution (if any) a country has.In a democracy usually the president or prime minister may exercise emergency powers and then ask the government to ratify the decision. Otherwise war may be declared by majority vote.Other forms of government have different rules or procedures.
Concurrent Powers