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Between 1970 and 1997 contemporary federalism was developed characterized by a shift in intergovernmental system of grants. It also saw an increase in lack of funding of federal mandates and concern were raised on the federal regulations as well as the disputes that continued to occur over the federal system nature.
United States adoption of federal system
The United States was previously under a confederation. However, in the second constitution there was adoption of federalism which has been in existence since then. The reason behind this adoption was the fact that the confederate system became problematic and would eventually lead to bankruptcy as a result of the lack of ability to tax states and cover the debts from civil war. The confederate system was incapable of meeting the demands of the nation that was growing.
Pros and cons of federal system in the United States
There are various advantages and disadvantages of adoption of a federal system in United States. Among the advantages are the system allows the government political power which is sufficient. The power is divided and portions are dispersed...
The American citizens have a prospect of taking part in debates that address issues that affect them hence a participatory democracy. In federalism the individual rights of the American citizens are emphasized. It also fosters democracy among the American people since they have a right to debate as well as reinterpret the federalism meaning (Leroy, 2010).
The shortcoming of federalism is that people from small communities are oppressed by the states and through this they violate the individual liberties of people. Federal systems are quite confusing since there are many organs when it comes to the testing of policies. It is also challenging to coordinate activities between the central and state governments.
References
Boyd, E. (1997). American Federalism, 1776 to 1997:
Significant Events. Retrieved April 24, 2013 from http://www.cas.umt.edu/polsci/faculty/greene/federalismhistory.htm
Leroy, A.W. (2010).The American constitutional system: principal characteristics -- federalism. Retrieved April 24, 2013 from http://www.proconservative.net/cunapolsci201partsixb.shtml
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