LSN Government students need to be sure they understand the following concept:
limited government -- The powers of government are limited, not absolute.
rule of law -- Leaders are expected to follow the law.
separation of powers -- different branches of government have different functions, responsibilities, and duties. The legislative branch makes laws; the executive branch carries out laws; the judicial branch interprets laws.
federalism -- state and national governments share power.
opportunity cost -- The thing given up in order to get something else. For example, giving up liberty is the opportunity cost for a government that is able to make quick, decisive actions.
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