American Government: Day 21

First we will discuss federalism and some issues that have arisen over the years. Then we will get into the Branches of government and their specific roles and powers.

Opener:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrYl76Yx6BY&edufilter=6ZTXQkm2XQimUMKt1E0_Hg

Was Chaplin only talking about Nazi Germany?

Does this speech still apply to today? How so?

Agenda:

Congress:

What are the enumerated powers of Congress?

Where are these found?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powers_of_congress

What does it mean to regulate commerce?

Executive:

Who declares war, Congress or the President?

What are the specified powers of the Executive branch?

How has the presidency changed over time?

http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study_guide/The-Powers-of-the-President.topicArticleId-65383,articleId-65453.html

Judicial:

What is judicial review?

What is Jurisdiction?

What is the jurisdiction of the federal courts?

How did the Supreme Court establish its authority?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supreme_Court_of_the_United_States