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Separation of powers |
The distribution, and independence, of power between the three branches of government to ensure that no single person or group is able to make it enforce the law. R. Neustadt Separation of institutions sharing powers? I'm 2009 Obama had to give up his Senate seat in order to become president. Madison, 'ambition counter-acting ambition' and the role of checks and balances. Montesquieu in 1748, without the SoP 'there can be no liberty'. It also implies interdependence, hence Neustadt's comment |
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Checks and Balances |
Madison, 'ambition counteracting ambition'. To treat each other as rivals, and to scrutinise each other's actions. To avoid tyranny; an imbalance of power in just one branch of government. Vetos, impeachment, overriding vetos, judicial review, power of pardon |
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Limited Government |
'The government is best that governs least'. Limitations on government power to prevent tyranny, and to help secure individuals' entrenched, inalienable rights. Ensures through cjecks and balances, federalism, and the separation of powers. |
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Federalism |
Division of power between federal and state governments. To settle the balance between the need for strong central government and the powers of the states (a compromise for the federalists and anti-federalists). Reserved powers, concurrent powers, enumerated powers. Amendment X. The states' role in the amendment process. Equal representation of the states in the Senate. Dual federalism, cooperative federalism, New federalism. Is the USA now more nationalist? |
