Chapter 7

Popular Sovereignty Definition: Governmental power that stays with the people. Example: The Declaration of Independence states that governments derive their powers from “the consent of the governed.” “Governed” are the people The people need to consent or “approve” what the government can do.

Republicanism Definition: Favoring a government where the supreme power lies with the people. Favoring a republic, or represented democracy We pick representatives to make and carry out decisions we, the people, would like to see happen.

Federalism Definition: Favoring a government where the supreme power is divided and shared between the state and federal government.

The Federal System The Federal System National Government Coin Money Provide an army and navy National & State Governments Enforce laws Establish courts Collect taxes State Governments Establish local government systems Conduct elections Establish public schools

Limited Government Definition: The Constitution limits the actions of government by specifically listing powers it does and does not have.

Limited Government Separation of Powers Each of the three branches of government has its own responsibility Three Branches are: Executive Branch Legislative Branch Judicial Branch

Limited Government Checks and Balances: Each branch of government holds some control over two branches. Example: Supreme Court can find a law unconstitutional.

Limited Government Individual Rights Basic liberties and rights of all citizens are guaranteed in the Bill of Rights. Example: Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Press, Freedom of Religion, and the right to a trial by jury.

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities The Rights of American Citizens Due Process Equal Protection Basic Freedoms Limits on Rights Citizen Participation Duties Responsibilities Flag Etiquette

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Due Process Government must follow procedures established by law and guaranteed by the Constitution.

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Equal Protection All Americans, regardless of race, religion, or political beliefs, have the right to be treated the same under the law.

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Basic Freedoms First Amendment rights

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Citizen Participation Citizen: a person who owes loyalty to and is entitled to the protection of a state or nation. Naturalization: a person of foreign birth can also become a citizen

Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Duties Things we are required to do by law. Responsibilities Things we should do, but are not required to by law.