Write a 2-3 page paper comparing and contrasting the federal governments of the United States and the country that you chose (Mexico).

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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