Principles of the US Constitution

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Limited government
A concept in political philosophy in which governmental power is restricted by law, usually in a written constitution.
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Separation of powers
Separation of powers A model for the governance of a state, under which it is divided into branches, each with separate and independent powers and areas of responsibility so that the powers of one branch are not in conflict with the powers associated
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Checks and balances
A system which allows for a system-based regulation that allows one branch to limit another.
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Federalism
Federalism The mixed or compound mode of government, combining a general government with regional governments in a single political system.
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Separation of powers A model for the governance of a state, under which it is divided into branches, each with separate and independent powers and areas of responsibility so that the powers of one branch are not in conflict with the powers associated

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Separation of powers

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A system which allows for a system-based regulation that allows one branch to limit another.

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Federalism The mixed or compound mode of government, combining a general government with regional governments in a single political system.

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