Common features of State Constitutions

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Common features of State Constitutions 13 Colonies to 13 States

Popular Sovereignty A government that exists only with the consent of the governed. (i.e. Voting)

Limited Government Government can only exercise powers granted to them by the people through the constitution. Power is restricted. Government can’t do whatever it wants!

Civil Rights and Liberties People have rights that the government should protect. Examples? Freedom of speech Right to privacy Right to fair trial Right to marry Right to vote And MANY others!

Separation of Powers Legislative (makes), Executive (enforces) and Judicial (interprets) Branches

Checks and Balances Each branch has powers with which to check, or restrain the actions of, the other branches.