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7 Principles of Government

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Citizens elect senators to serve in Washington, D.C.   Republicanism  
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The national government conducts foreign policy   Federalism  
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The constitution outlines our plan of government and restricts its power   Limited Government  
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"WE the people....do ordain and establish this Constitution."   Popular Sovereignty  
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Congress may impeach judges and the president   Checks and Balances  
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The Judicial Branch interprets the law   Separation of Power  
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The president can pardon persons convicted of a crime   Separation of Power  
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State government have the power to pass marriage laws within their states   Federalism  
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The court has the power to judicial review (to declare laws unconstitutional)   Checks and Balances  
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The Executive branch as the responsibility to carry out the law   Separation of Power  
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Government is by the consent of the governed   Popular Sovereignty  
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Citizens have the right to bear arms   Individual Rights  
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Only the federal government can coin money   Federalism  
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Freedom of Religion   Individual Rights  
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Government officials are never above the law   Limited Government  
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Congress can override a presidential veto by 2/3 vote in each house   Checks and Balances  
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Congressmen should keep in mind the interests of the constituents (voters)   Republicanism  
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Both the Federal and State government can impose taxes   Federalism  
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All the power flows from the people   Popular Sovereignty  
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The Legislative Branch makes the laws   Separation of Power  
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