POLS 1150 Lecture 6: Week 6 - Federalism
31 Jul 2015
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Parliamentary & presidential systems: beyond canada & the us. A form of gov"t in which the sovereign powers of the state are formally divided under a constitution btw 2 levels of gov"t, neither of which is subordinate to the other . Each have some degree of autonomy of the other. Central gov"t exists, but sovereignty is retained by constituent gov"ts. Sovereignty is shared btw central and constituent gov"ts. No constituent gov"ts or devolution: constituent gov"t exist, but sovereignty is monopolized by the central gov"t. Levels of centralization increases from confederation gov"t to unitary state. To accommodate significant linguistic, cultural, or ethnic differences. To provide a check on the power of the central gov"t. To encourage economic development through economic of scale. Prevent majority rule, rule in the interest of the entire nation. Diversity argument exaggerated only works if groups are geographically concentrated. Creates problems for minorities who live within minorities ex.
