National & State Government FEDERALISM National & State Government
What is the Definition of FEDERALISM What is the Definition of FEDERALISM? Use Handout # 1 and fill in the answers using this chart.
Quick video clip on Federal & State Powers Click on the picture or copy & paste -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IsRmNhwauc
What are these cartoons saying about the Federal Government?
Federal Grants to State and Local Governments Copyright 2011 Cengage Learning 5 5
Label Me Unfunded Mandates have led to these labels. Do we have too much government regulation? 6
FEDERAL vs STATE’S RIGHTS/POWERS Take a look at Handout #2 Fill in whether you think the item should be addressed by the national or State Governments. Be prepared to explain why you take that side.
The Downside of Diversity: spending on Public education “Spending Per Child On Public Education” The Downside of Diversity: spending on Public education NPR.org 9
What Benefits do citizens gain when they get MARRIED? From the Government *tax cuts for being married *tax cuts for having children *Social Security or any pension plan- survivor benefits Private Sector Lower car insurance rates Lower health insurance rates Lower life insurance rates
What do you face if you are not married? (heterosexual or homosexual) * males, you are considered a risk until you are married for car and life insurance No hospital rights No funeral rights Discrimination in Housing Tougher time getting Loans for a Home
CIVIL UNIONS
Death with Dignity: Euthanasia
Death Penalty
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