Republic

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Federalism

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Sharing

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Popular Sovereignty

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People

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Republicanism

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Representative

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Why did Texans want/have to join the United States?

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To pay off their debt.

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How was Sam Houston able to solve the problem of Texas debt?

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He couldn't.

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The president vetoes a law written by congress.

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Checks and Balances

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People vote on whether to raise taxes.

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Popular Sovereignty

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People vote to elect a mayor of their town.

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Republicanism

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Congress can write laws.

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Separation of Powers

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Three branches of government: Legislative, Executive, Judicial.

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Separation of Powers