The nature of the federal system of government 1.3 Flashcards

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what are the two essential features of federalism

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  • the power of regional governments or states is protected by the Constitution
  • regional powers are equal
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how is the power of regional governments or states is protected by the Constitution?

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  • federal government is unable to reduce powers of states without consent
  • vice versa
  • 2/3 of states can change any state power
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how is it shown that regional powers are equal

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  • same level of decisions making in their states ( e.g. tax rates )
  • free to apply power however they want
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