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7 Cards in this Set
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Popular Sovereignty
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People rule the government
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Who rules?
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Republicanism
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Belief that people can vote for representatives.
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Federalism
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Power is divided between a central government and smaller political units.
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Separation of Powers
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Divides government into 3 different branches
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Checks and Balances
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Each branch stays totally equal. one branch cannot do anything without another.
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Limited Government
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All individuals and groups (including the president) must obey all laws. You can't not obey a law for your own purposes.
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Individual Rights
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Personal liberties and privledges.
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