Read and take notes on Chapter 6 section 1 (157-165 due Wednesday)
779-780 lists the powers of Congress (article 1 section 8)
(you may also use the pocket constitution from earlier in the year)
1. You need to know Which powers have been expressly granted to Congress and which of those powers are believed to "expanded" under clause 18 (elastic clause) Chart page 159
We will examine court cases and events that deal with challenges to Congress's powers in certain areas
2. Explain the power of the purse - Which is easier for congress to do, increase taxes or decrease spending?
3. What are Congresses non-legislative powers? Provide an example of each from history. (selection of president, removal, confirmation, ratification, amendment)
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