L. 9 Vocab

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judicial review

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The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional.

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checks and balances

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A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches.

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separation of powers

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The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

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legislative branch

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The branch of government that makes laws.

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majority rule

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The principle that the greater number should exercise greater power.

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Separation of Powers

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A key constitutional principle that divides the functions of government among three branches—legislative, executive, and judicial—to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power

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Majority Rule

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A basic principle of democracy that says laws are passed by majority vote and elections are decided by a majority of the voters

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discriminate

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To treat a person or group differently, often in a negative way, based on certain characteristics.

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Federalism

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The constitutional system that shares power between the national and state governments

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executive branch

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The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws