Our Constitution delegates powers to the Federal government and reserves powers for the States. As we discuss the structure of our Federal Republic, we need to search out examples of this structure in action. (Look for evidence of Federalism.)
When does the Federal government take action? When does State authority over-ride the Feds?
How does the Supreme Court interpret this balance?
Should States control power (legislative, economic, etc.) or should the Federal government make these decisions?
Who do you beleive should control the power of government?
Find examples in the media (newspapers, radio, YouTube, government reports/docs) where the power is being shared or dominated by the States of Federal Government.
Address one or a few of these questions...just make sure your blog post incorperates this political power sharing defined in the US Constitution.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
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