Notes Unit 4 Federal Government. Flashcards
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What document outlines the power of the government?
constitution
what type of government does the US have?
federal form of Federalism
What is the supreme government: National or State?
National
What is Federalism
Both the national and state Govt have power.
What are the responsibilities of the national and state the same or different?
Different
What are the responsibilities of the national Govt.
Common defense, Commerce, foreign policy .
What does regulate commerce mean?
Watching over business EX: Food safety
What does foreign policy mean?
Relationships with other countries EX: immigration
what does common defense mean?
protection of citizen EX: Military
Which amendment gives states reserved powers?
10th amendment
What are the states reserved powers?
promote public health, safety, education, welfare
Who has to sign a bill for it to become a law?
The president
If the president does NOT sign a bill what is that called?
Veto
How do interest groups influence the law making process?
Money and lobbying (Talking to people in Congress)
What is the president’s job?
Enforce laws, prepare the budget, appoint judges ambassadors (represent the US in foreign countries) cabinet officers
