Federalism

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What is federalism?

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A government where power is divided between central AND regional authorities

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What is the separation of powers?

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Separation of powers between executive, legislative, and judicial branches

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What are delegated powers?

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Powers granted to the federal government by the Constitution

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What are expressed powers?

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Powers listed in the Constitution

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Implied powers

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Powers not explicitly stated in the Constitution

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What are inherent powers in the US government?

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Powers not explicitly listed in the Constitution but necessary and proper

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What are the reserved powers in the US government?

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Powers not delegated to the federal government or prohibited to the states

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What are exclusive powers in the US government?

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Only the federal government has

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What are concurrent powers in US government?

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Powers that are shared by state and federal government

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What does the Supremacy Clause state?

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Federal laws, treaties, and constitution override state laws