Chapter 3 - Federalism

Question 1

3 stages of Federalism

Answer 1

1. Dual Federalism
   “Layer cake”: a clear division between federal and state spheres of government authority
2. Cooperative Federalism
   “Marble cake”: The state and national government cooperate in solving complex common problems
   The Great Depression/New Deal programs marked the beginning of the era of national deminance
3. New Federalism
   “Devolution”: The goal to transfer power from the national government to the states. Reagan Revolution.
   Block grants with few strings attached - given to states by fed. gov for activity in specified area

Question 2

Federalism?

Answer 2

Political power is divided between a national government and its subdivisions
Ex: U.S, Germany, Canada