Chapter 4: Federalism Day 1 Flashcards
What is federalism?
The division of power between state and national government
What is a unitary system?
Power that is concentrated in a central government
What country is an example of an unitary system?
London- The United Kingdom
What is a confederation system?
State and local governments have the most power compared to central government
What type of government do people trust the most?
The local government
What is another word for delegated powers?
Expressed/Enumerated
What Articles show the delegated powers?
1-5
What are delegated powers
Powers that are given specifically to the federal government in the constitution
What are some examples delegated powers?
War power, regulating interstate, foreign commerce, power to tax and spend.
What are concurrent powers
Powers given to both state and federal government
What are some examples of concurrent powers
Taxes, borrowing money, spending for general welfare, court systems, enforcing laws, charters and banks
What are reserved powers
Powers that are only held by the state
What amendment guarantees reserved powers
10th amendment
What article guarantees reserved powers
Article IV
What are prohibited powers
powers that are denied to national, state, or both
What clause is the necessary and proper cluase
Elastic Clause
Finish the quote:
Congress shall have the power “to make all laws which shall be…”
necessary and proper for carrying into execution of foregoing powers
What was the overall result of McCulloch vs. Maryland
States can’t tax the federal government
Who was favored in McCulloch vs. Maryland
Favored national supremacy over states rights
Who was the Chief Justice in McCulloch vs. Maryland
John Marshall
What is Nullification?
The right of the state to declare a null or void a federal law
What is the overall result of Gibbons vs. Ogden
Gives Congress the power to regulate interstate trade with indian tribes
Gibbons vs. Ogden was used to sustain what
Civil RIghts Act 1964
