英语国家概况(修订版)c先hapter10.pptxVIP

A Guide to English-Speaking Countries;;CONTENT; Constitution—basic instrument law, drawn up in 1787, came into effect in 1789 Two characters: separation of powers, checks and balances specified exactly what power the central government had and which power was reserved for the states ;Significance of the Constitution Taking precedence over all state constitutions and laws, and over laws made by the congress; First of its kind in the world, it has inspired dozens of other countries to seek political reform. ;;2. Federal System Government; The Federal Government—the central government Three