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Constitutional Princ

TermDefinition
Who is the source of all government power? People
What must a government receive from the governed before it can rule? Consent
What phrase in the Preamble shows power begins with citizens? We the People
What action by citizens demonstrates Popular Sovereignty? Voting
What expanded voting rights through Amendments 15, 19, and 26? Suffrage
What can officials not take from citizens under Limited Government? Rights
What must the President follow just like all citizens? Constitution
What allows courts to strike down unconstitutional laws? Judicial Review
What amendment restricts government from limiting speech and religion? First Amendment
Which branch makes laws according to Article I? Legislative
Which branch enforces laws according to Article II? Executive
Which branch interprets laws according to Article III? Judicial
What presidential action can block a law passed by Congress? Veto
What can Congress use to overturn a presidential veto? Override
What must the Senate give to presidential appointments? Approval
What divides power between national and state governments? Federalism
Who controls education and local elections under Federalism? States
Who controls national defense under Federalism? Federal Government
What amendment reserves powers to the states? Tenth Amendment
What clause makes federal law higher than state law? Supremacy Clause
What can happen to a president who breaks the law? Impeachment
What do the 5th and 14th Amendments guarantee to all citizens? Due Process
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