Problem:
John C. Calhoun wrote the following in South Carolina Exposition and Protest: "If it be conceded, as it must be by everyone who is the least conversant with our institutions, that the sovereign powers delegated are divided between the General and State Governments...it would seem impossible to deny to the States the right of deciding on the infractions of their powers, and the proper remedy to be applied for their correction. The right of judging, in such cases, is an essential attribute of sovereignty, of which the States cannot be divested without losing their sovereignty itself, and being reduced to a subordinate corporate condition." Based on your evaluation of this statement, which of the following would most likely be Calhoun's view? Group of answer choices States should be allowed to nullify federal laws. Powers should never be divided. The Federal government has the last word over states. Central government is the most likely to insure liberty. Need Assignment Help?