1.3 Key features (limited government)

What does limited government mean?

• government only to do whats essential

• citizen rights are to be ensured whilst government do just enough to create an

What does limited government mean for citizens?

• their rights are to ensured whilst government does just enough to create an orderly society - through the Bill of Rights

What is popular sovereignty to Americans?

• power ultimately rests with the people

How does limited government link to federalism?

• those who want to limit the power of the federal government tend to argue for greater autonomy for the states

How does the second amendment link to limited government?

• comes back to the idea that federal government shouldn’t impinge on individuals choices and freedoms

How does the abortion debate link to limited government?

• both sides claim to be defending rights

• both suggest government control