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We the People: A Concise Introduction to American Politics, 4/e
Thomas E. Patterson, Harvard University
Federalism

Learning Objectives

After reading this chapter students should be able to:

1

Define federalism and distinguish among federalist, unitary and confederation Governing structures.

2

Differentiate among enumerated, implied and reserved powers in the U.S. Constitution.

3

Describe the evolution of interpretations of the "necessary and proper," "supremacy" and "commerce" clauses of the Constitution.

4

Identify the various states' rights positions.

5

Distinguish between dual and cooperative federalism.

6

Distinguish between federal grants-in-aid, categorical grants and block grants.








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