Research & Summaries – Federalism: Mexico
Write a 2-3 page paper comparing and contrasting the federal governments of the United States and the country that you chose (Mexico).
You may explore issues such as:
Federalism Examples
Admit new states
Conduct elections
Declare and engage in war
Determine the qualifications of voters
Establish and maintain schools
Govern marriage laws
Levy and collect taxes
Maintain an army, navy, and air force
Maintain the state militia (also known as the National Guard)
Negotiate treaties with foreign countries
Print and coin money
Protect public health
Protect the rights of citizens
Provide for public safety
Punish lawbreakers
Regulate interstate and foreign commerce
Regulate intrastate commerce
Set rules for immigration
Set traffic standards
Set up a post office
