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| constitution | a document that establishes the principles, structure and laws of a government |
| We The People | Popular Sovereignty |
| Popular Sovereignty | The power of the government lies in the hands of the people |
| Constitution | the supreme law of the United States |
| Republicanism | People elect representative to make decisions for them |
| Federalism | The division of pwoer between the national and state governments |
| Separation of Powers | Power in government is separated between three branches |
| Separation of Powers | Legislative, Judicial, Executive |
| Checks and Balances | Each branch can check the other branches, so that one branch doesn't become too powerful |
| Individual Rights | Personal liberties or freedomes that can not be taken away by the government |
