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What are the four basic ideas that the constitution was founded on?
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∙ 13y ago
1. To establish Justice
2. To form a more perfect union
3. To ensure domestic tranquility
4. To secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves, and our prosperity
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∙ 11y ago1. Limited Government- the government has only the powers that are granted to it. The agents of the government are subject to its laws.
ex. Article 1, section 8 states what powers the government has
2. Separation of Powers- no single agent of the government has absolute power.
ex. Articles 2,3,4 lay out the three branches of govt.
3. Checks and balances- the branches of government are able to limit the influence of the others.
ex. Legislative branch can override presidential vetoes with a 2/3 vote & creates lower courts.
4. Federalism- power is shared between the federal government and the states.
ex. 10th Amendment- power not given to Congress is given to the states
5. Popular Sovereignty- the government derives its powers from the consent of the governed.
ex. Article 5- need 3/4 consent to amend the Constitution (also "We the People"
6. Republicanism- rather than having a direct democracy, the people are represented and governed by elected officials.
ex.Articles 1 & 2 section 1- Congress and the President will be elected into office.
7. Individual Rights- the people have liberties which are preserved by the government.
ex. Bill of Rights
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