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USG Ch 3 Vocab
Vocabulary for Holt US Government Chapter 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Popular Sovereignty | Government based on the consent of the people |
| Limited Government | Powers and functions of the government are restricted by the US Constitution & other laws |
| Rule of Law | The law applies to everyone, even those who govern |
| Separation of Powers | Government responsibilities are divided into different departments in order to limit any one department from exercising the core functions of another department. |
| Checks and Balances | System that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of other branches in order to limit abuse of power. |
| Veto | The Chief Executive's power to reject a bill passed by a legislature |