Functions of Government
the government sets priorities, makes decisions, and provides direction.
Providing Leadership
3/5 of enslaved population counted for taxes & representation.
Three-Fifths Compromise
27 Items
Amendments
power divided between national and state gov’t; e.g., United States.
Federal
Colonists elected delegates.
Representative Government
creates and enforces laws to protect people and property.
Maintianing Order
Congress regulates trade but cannot ban slave trade until 1808, no export taxes.
Commerce & Slave Trade Compromise
7 Items
Articles in the Consititution
one ruler with all power; e.g., Cuba (Castro).
Dictatorship
Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights.
Limited Government
helps stabilize the economy, provides aid during crises, and protects trade.
Providing Economic Security & Assistance
strong national government, representation by population.
Virginia Plan
states goals and purpose of government.
Preamble
voters hold power, representatives govern; e.g., United States.
Republic
social contract, order and peace.
Hobbes
offers schools, roads, mail, utilities, and other services that individuals cannot provide on their own.
Providing Public Services
unicameral legislature, one vote per state.
New Jersey Plan
framework for government structure and powers.
Articles (7)
citizens elect representatives; e.g., United States.
Representative Democracy
rights/freedoms come from communities working together.
Rousseau
protects citizens from foreign threats through the military, diplomacy, and alliances.
Providing National Security
bicameral legislature: House (population) + Senate (2 per state).
Connecticut (Great) Compromise
changes and additions (Bill of Rights = first 10).
Amendments
constitution limits power of government; e.g., United States.
Constitutional Government
natural rights (life, liberty, property), rebellion justified if the government fails.
Locke