Federalism
/ˈfɛdərəlɪzəm/
Definitions
- (n.) A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
The United States operates under a federalism system where states have certain autonomous powers.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, federalism often implies a constitutional division of powers; drafters should clarify the specific balance of authority to avoid ambiguity.
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