Question:
Since the end of dual federalism in the 1930s, it appears the US national government has gradually waded into the policy domains of states.
Explore the following areas through which the Federal government has increased its Constitutional powers beyond what even the framers anticipated:
economic downturns, natural disasters, civil rights, commerce, education, national defense, voting rights and health care.
Be sure to answer the following questions below:
a) In your opinion, are these shifts in federal power justified? Why or why not?
b) What are some potential effects with the continuous centralization of national power on the US federal system? (either positive or negative)
NB: utilize the sources of national powers in the constitution as discussed in class.
Instructions:
Proof-read your essay and submit in class on or before Wednesday, October 1st.
Use MLA citation style on all references and must be on a separate sheet.
Essay should be double-spaced, about 3-5 pages long (about800 word count).