Funamental Political Principles Flashcards
1
Q
Establishes the 3 branches of government
A
Separation of Powers
2
Q
The people have power over the government
A
Popular Sovereignty
3
Q
Everyone has to follow the law
A
Rule of Law
4
Q
Each branch has the ability to check and balance the others to insure that no one branch becomes too strong
A
Checks and Balances
5
Q
Division of power between the state and national government
A
Federalism
