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American National Government (1432-1433)
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Which statement about federal and unitary systems is most accurate?
In a federal system, the constitution allocates powers between states and federal government; in a unitary system, powers are lodged in the national government.
What key constitutional provisions define the scope of authority of the federal and state governments?
The following parts of the Constitution sketch the powers of the states and the federal government: Article I, Section 8; the supremacy clause of Article VI; and the Tenth Amendment. The following parts of the Constitution detail the limits on their authority: Article I, Sections 9 and 10; Bill of Rights; Fourteenth Amendment; and the civil rights amendments.
In McCulloch v. Maryland, the Supreme Court invoked which provisions of the constitution?
necessary and proper clause and supremacy clause
Which is not a merit of cooperative federalism?
Cooperative federalism respects the traditional jurisdictional boundaries between states and federal government.
What were the implications of McCulloch v. Maryland for federalism?
The McCulloch decision established the doctrine of implied powers, meaning the federal government can create policy instruments deemed necessary and appropriate to fulfill its constitutional responsibilities. The case also affirmed the principle of national supremacy embodied in Article VI of the Constitution, namely, that the Constitution and legitimate federal laws trump state laws.
Which statement about unfunded mandates is false?
New federalism does not promote the use of unfunded mandates.
Which statement about immigration federalism is false?
The Arizona v. United States decision struck down all Arizona's most restrictive provisions on undocumented immigration.
Which statement about venue shopping is true?
None of the following are true:
- MADD steered the drinking age issue from the federal government down to the states.
- Anti-abortion advocates have steered the abortion issue from the states up to the federal government.
- Both MADD and anti-abortion proponents redirected their advocacy
from the states to the federal government.
Which of the following is not a benefit of federalism?
Federalism encourages economic equality across the country.
Describe the disadvantages of federalism.
Federalism can trigger a race to the bottom, leading states to reduce workplace regulations and social benefits for employees; it can obstruct federal efforts to address national problems; and it can deepen economic and social disparities among states.
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