The Separation of Powers and Federalism Are Two Key Features

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Essay

The separation of powers and federalism are two key features of the Constitution.Discuss why the Founders chose to include these institutional arrangements in the Constitution and how they function.In your answer,be sure to define what is meant by the separation of powers and federalism and to describe how each functions in the American political system.

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Definitions:

Assigns

In legal terms, refers to the transfer of a property right or title to another person.

Subordinated

A classification of debt that ranks below other debts with regard to claims on assets or earnings.

Judicial Remedy

Judicial processes utilized by a court to uphold a right, apply a sanction, or issue a directive to ensure compliance with its decisions.

Security Interest

A legal claim on assets which is granted to secure the performance of an obligation, typically the repayment of a loan, which gives the lender rights in the secured assets.