For Ann Harris

 Graduates Level

Type: Discussion Board

Unit:  The Federal Government

Due Date:  Tue, 8/21/18

Grading Type:Numeric

Points Possible: 75

Deliverable Length:  400–600 words

Assignment Description

Primary Discussion Response is due by Friday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Tuesday (11:59:59pm Central).

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Library Research Assignment

The U.S. Constitution provides a series of checks and balances between the 3 branches of government. Using the textbook and CTU library to find 2 recent journal articles, respond to the following statement:

• The balance of powers in government is off; unelected judges are taking on the powers of the legislative and executive branches, using judicial opinions to establish new laws and usurping the powers granted to the voters elected representatives.
  • Is this argument valid? Why or why not?
  • How would you adjust the system of checks and balances? Why?

Cite all your references using APA-style format.