The Formation of Government Systems
A unitary system centralizes power, while a federal system divides it between national and regional governments. Constitutions establish the rules and structure of government, politics influences policies, and governing in a complex world involves various interdependent entities.
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The Formation of Governments I. Government Systems A. A unitary system of government gives all key powers to the national or central government. B. A federal system of government divides the powers of government between the national government and state or provincial governments.
The Formation of Governments, cont II. Constitutions and Government A. A constitution is a plan that provides the rules for government. B. Can be written or unwritten C. organizes the structure of government and the way it operates. D. sets out the goals and purposes of government as well as the ideals shared by the people. E. provides the supreme law for states and their governments. Country of laws, not men or parties.
The Formation of Governments, cont III. Politics and Government A. Politics is the effort to control or influence the policies and actions of government. It is the exercise of power. B. Individuals and groups use politics to seek benefits from government, and is some cases shield them from it s rules and regulations. C. Although special interest groups seek special benefits, politics also provides benefits & opportunties for all the people.
The Formation of Governments, cont IV. Governing in a Complex World A. The world today is divided into industrialized nations, developing nations, and newly industrialized nations. B. These groups of nations have many differences, but they are interdependent or sovereign to rule it s citizens. C. Other groups besides nations, including multinational corporations, non- government organizations/NGO s (UN, WTO, Red Cross) political movements, terrorist groups can effect the world for good or bad in today s world.
