What is the main idea behind federalism?

Power is shared between the national and state governments

Power is divided between citizens and elected officials.

Power is controlled entirely by the states.

Power is concentrated in a single branch of government.

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The main idea behind federalism is that power is shared between the national and state governments. This system allows for a division of responsibilities and authority, enabling both levels of government to operate independently in certain areas while also working together in others.

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