Chp. 2 key terms Flashcards
the government only has those powers delegated to it by law, through written constitution
limited government
comprised of politicians who represent certain individuals or groups
representative government
division of power between the legislative, judicial, and executive branches
separation of powers
income, especially when of a company or organization and of a substantial nature
revenue
an official ban or trade or other commercial activity with a particular country
embargo
sign or give consent to, officially valid
ratify
having a legislative chamber
unicameral
give up
cede
a piece of legislative enacted by a municipal authority
ordinance
between two places in a state as part of trade, traffic or transportation
interstate commerce
not regulated or allowed by law
extralegal
no government involvement
anarchy