What Is Government?

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Chapter 1

• Section 1

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What Is Government?

• Government is the organization through which a
  society makes and enforces its public policies
  (things the government decides to do).
• Three basic kinds of governmental power 1.
  Legislative Power
• 2. Executive Power
• 3. Judicial Power

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Characteristics Of A state

• Population
• Territory
• Sovereignty
• Government

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Origins of the State

• Force Theory (state born by force)
• Evolutionary Theory (state developed naturally)
• Divine Right Theory (God created state)
• Social Contract Theory (people agreeing on a
  state)

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Purpose of Government

• Form a More Perfect Union
• Establish Justice
• Insure Domestic Tranquility
• Provide for the Common Defense
• Promote General Welfare
• Secure the Blessings of Liberty