Civic Sense

Obsessions of a Limited Government


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The Constitution formed a republic, a government where its citizens elect representatives to enact the laws. The United States Framers feared having a government with too much authority, which is why the Constitution established rules between the national government and states, along with a system of Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances.

Show Notes

Davis, J. E., Fernlund, P. F., & Woll, P. (2005). Civics: Government and Economics in Action. Pearson Prentice Hall.

The Presidential Veto and Congressional Veto Override Process. Center for Legislative Archives.    https://www.archives.gov/files/legislative/resources/education/veto/background.pdf 

Rebhun, E. (Ed.). (2020). How America Works: Understanding Your Government and How You Can Get Involved. Scholastic Inc. 

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Civic SenseBy Jazzi Marine