Explain how the concept of federalism has changed since the days of Marbury v. Madison.
What will be an ideal response?
Students should discuss how Marbury v. Madison was considered a radical ruling in 1803. Americans had barely had time to get used to the fact the federal government was supreme, so the concept of an all-powerful Supreme Court that could invalidate unconstitutional laws was considered radical. Federal power was further advanced by McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) and Gibbons v. Ogden (1824). Over time, the federal government obtained more and more power due to increased societal needs brought on by the Civil War, the Great Depression, and the civil rights movement. There was a temporary reprieve from this trend during the early 1990s, when Americans saw a period of devolution. But after September 11, 2001, Americans accepted the argument that we need our federal government to have more power to protect us.
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What will be an ideal response?
Al-Qaeda is an example of a(n)
A) international governmental organization. B) multinational corporation. C) transnational corporation. D) sovereign wealth fund. E) transnational advocacy network.
Originally, the Bill of Rights limited only the power of the
A) state governments. B) regional governments. C) president. D) Supreme Court. E) national government.
How often has the military taken control of Indian politics?
a. For one extended period of time b. For two extended periods of time c. Never d. Very frequently, but only for brief periods of time e. Very frequently for extended periods of time