How does american federalism work?
Key Vocab for Lesson 26!- Make sure you know these from the book.
Primary Sources
Secondary Sources
Helpful Videos
Federalism explained- In case you need a visual on how federalism works.
NEED TO KNOW COURT CASES
Primary Sources
- Federalist Paper No. 45- This is an important Federalist paper that addresses the concern of balancing the power between federal and state governments.
- Michigan State Constitution- This is a great example of where states write down all of there reserved rights, that the federal government DON'T have.
- 10th amendment- This is important amendment when dealing with federalism, it great to know it limitations.
Secondary Sources
- Different Types of Federalism- You need to know the different types of for the AP test. There are different kinds where power is SHIFTED to states or federal government.
- Grants and Federalism- Money from the federal government to the states is a BIG part of federalism. Know the different types of grants, they always end up on the AP test, and good to bring up in a WTP hearing.
- Fiscal federalism- This is a type of federalism used by the national government through MONEY, and grants. It's an important concept to know.
- Laboratories of Democracy- This is a term you will hear a lot, its good to know how states function and influence the national government.
- Initiative, Referendum, Recall- These three measures are taken on the state level, and an important part of federalism and political activism in your state. Follow the links on the site to find out what they are, types passed/failed in Michigan, and how the process works.
- Federalism Website- This is a VERY good website on all things federalism. Explore it!
Helpful Videos
Federalism explained- In case you need a visual on how federalism works.
NEED TO KNOW COURT CASES
- Obergefell v. Hodges- This is a recent case that was heard this spring, that had to do with same-sex marriage. Should the national government control marriage, a state right? How does that work with federalism?
- ALASKA DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERV. v. EPA- Does the EPA have the authority to overrule a state's agency decision?
- Gonzales v. Raich- Know how this case is an example of federalism. The federal government made a law but the state made another that conflict with one another.