Federalism Intro
This guide explores the concept of federalism, highlighting the division of powers among the federal and state governments. It delves into the expressed, implied, reserved, and concurrent powers, providing clear examples to distinguish between them. Local governments are discussed within the context of state authority. The guide also poses true or false questions to test understanding of essential federalism principles, influenced by the Founding Fathers' experiences. This resource is crucial for grasping the complexities of U.S. governmental structure and powers.
Federalism Intro
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Federalism Intro Federal vs. State Government
So what is federalism? • Division of power among a central/federal/national government and the smaller state governments • Who does what in other words
What about Local governments? • Technically under the state government category according to the Constitution • But do have some powers as well
What do you think the main powers of federal vs. state are and which are shared? • Venn Diagram Activity
Federal Government • Expressed Powers: powers listed clearly in Constitution • Implied Powers: not written clearly, but are federal powers according to the “necessary and proper” clause (Elastic Clause) • Ex.) forming of post offices is an expressed power, but printing postage stamps is an implied power • Inherent Powers: not listed in Constitution, but are necessary for the federal government to function • Ex.) usually involve immigration and international policies
State Government • Reserved Powers: powers belonging exclusively to the state • Ex.) Death Penalty
Federal and State • Concurrent Powers:shared powers between the federal and state governments
True or False? • In response to the reading packet
True or False? • Federalism promotes a strong central government and gives little power to any other level of government
True or False? • The founders of our country were against federalism and did not include it in the Constitution
True or False? • The people who wrote the Constitution were influenced by their experiences as colonists and fighting the Revolutionary War
True or False?? • The Constitution of the United States established a central, federal government, with clearly outlined powers
True or False?? • The Constitution defines very specific powers to the states
True or False?? • The word “delegate” means to take from or to take away
True or False?? • The reason the federal government has “inherent powers” is so it can interact with other nations
True or False?? • Powers that are denied to the states are held by local governments
True or False?? • The power to establish local governments is held by the states
True or False?? • Each state’s constitution sets up local governments slightly differently