Title: Example of a Conflict between State and National Governments
Question 62: Federalism in the United States
Answer: C. Limit the power of the national government
Document that is Not Easily Amended: Constitution
The United States Constitution is designed to be a foundational legal document that establishes the framework for government in the country. The process for amending the Constitution is intentionally rigorous, requiring:
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Proposal: An amendment can be proposed either by a two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate or by a constitutional convention called for by two-thirds of the state legislatures.
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Ratification: After an amendment is proposed, it must be ratified by three-fourths (38 out of 50) of the state legislatures or by conventions in three-fourths of the states.
This demanding process ensures that only amendments with broad support across the political spectrum and the states are adopted, thereby making the Constitution a stable and enduring document.