How did federalism fare under president obama? Flashcards
What is federalism?
Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states.
True or False: Federalism remained unchanged during Obama’s presidency.
False
What significant health care legislation was passed under President Obama?
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed under President Obama.
Fill in the blank: The Affordable Care Act aimed to expand __________ coverage.
health insurance
Which Supreme Court case upheld the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act?
National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius (2012)
How did Obama’s administration affect state powers?
Obama’s administration increased federal involvement in areas traditionally managed by states, particularly in health care and education.
What is the role of the Tenth Amendment in federalism?
The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.
Multiple Choice: Which policy area saw increased federal regulation under Obama? A) Education B) National Defense C) Foreign Policy D) None of the above
A) Education
True or False: The Obama administration emphasized state autonomy over federal mandates.
False
What was the impact of the Dodd-Frank Act on federalism?
The Dodd-Frank Act increased federal oversight of financial institutions, affecting state regulatory powers.
Fill in the blank: The __________ program aimed to provide funding to states for education reform.
Race to the Top
Short Answer: What was one criticism of federalism during Obama’s presidency?
One criticism was that federal mandates undermined state sovereignty and local governance.
What was the purpose of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program?
DACA aimed to protect eligible immigrant youth from deportation.
True or False: DACA was implemented without state input.
True
Multiple Choice: What was a key focus of Obama’s federalism approach? A) Devolution B) Centralization C) Isolation D) None of the above
B) Centralization
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act aimed to address climate change through federal regulations.
Clean Power
Short Answer: How did Obama’s presidency affect the balance of power in federalism?
Obama’s presidency shifted the balance towards federal authority over states, particularly in health care and education.
What was one effect of the federal stimulus package on states?
The federal stimulus package provided funding to states to help them recover from the economic downturn.
True or False: Obama’s policies strengthened the role of states in health care decisions.
False
