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Scholar Exchange: Federalism (High School/College Session) 09302020

September 30, 2020

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In this session, students will explore Federalism and the debate over how to balance the powers of the national government, the powers of the states, and the rights of individuals. The session will examine the debates over Federalism at the Constitutional Convention, how it works, how it has changed over time, how the Supreme Court has addressed it, and how it affects us today.

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