Unit 1.3
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The document discusses the constitutional underpinnings of the U.S. government, including the separation of powers and the scope of government. It establishes the three branches of government - executive, legislative, and judicial - and sets rules for how policymaking works. While the constitution creates many limitations on government action to protect liberty, it can also encourage stalemate and "politics as usual" by reinforcing individuals and allowing any group to voice demands.
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Unit 1.3
- 1. Unit #1: Constitutional Underpinnings of U.S. Government Separation of Powers (p.p. 46-48, 62) LEQ: Is our system designed for deadlock and inaction?
- 2. The constitution and the scope of government The Constitution created: political institutions (Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches) It created: the rules for politics and policy making What is public policy? Actions taken by government to solve problems/improve life for citizens, e.g. Social Security, Welfare
- 3. The constitution and the scope of government (cont’d) Constitution created the many rules that limit government action (Madisonian Model) Most of these limitations are in place because they protect liberty and open the system to a broad range of participants, e.g. Civil Rights Movement
- 4. The constitution and the scope of government (cont’d) The individual is reinforced at every turn Almost any group can have their demands heard BUT, it encourages stalemate “Politics as usual”