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Explain the four principles on which the constitution is founded. How does the Constitution incorporate these principles into a plan for the government? How do you see these principles at work in government today?

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Limited Government: We have a bill of rights

Separation of Powers: Supreme court, President, and Congress

Checks and Balances: The president can veto stuff from congress and congress can override the veto with 2/3 vote. Supreme court can declare things unconstitutional.

Judicial Review: Supreme court can declare things unconstitutional.

Federalism: the theory or advocacy of federal principles for dividing powers between member units and common institutions.

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