government systems in latin america: unitary, confederation, federal
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Government Systems in Latin America:
Government Systems in Latin America:
Unitary, Confederation, Federal
Unitary, Confederation, Federal
What do you already know about…
What do you already know about…
Unitary governments? Confederations? Federal systems? Democracies? Autocracies? Oligarchies?
Unitary governments? Confederations? Federal systems? Democracies? Autocracies? Oligarchies?
Unitary GovernmentsUnitary Governments
A system in which the power is held by one central government.
All power is given to the one branch of
government and regional divisions must follow the central government.
A system in which the power is held by one central government.
All power is given to the one branch of
government and regional divisions must follow the central government.
Unitary GovernmentUnitary GovernmentUnitary GovernmentUnitary Government
CentralGovernmenthas all the
power
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Government
Local Governme
ntSame as Central Same as Central
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The Local Governments
are not separate, but are smaller
partsof the Central government
Examples of Unitary Governments
Examples of Unitary Governments
Many countries in the world are run this way..
Latin America: Cuba & Bolivia Europe: United Kingdom & France
Many countries in the world are run this way..
Latin America: Cuba & Bolivia Europe: United Kingdom & France
Unitary Governments of Unitary Governments of the Worldthe World
Unitary Governments of Unitary Governments of the Worldthe World
Questions to Consider:Questions to Consider: How is power distributed in a unitary
government? A central government assigns power and
duties to smaller units of government within the country
True or False: In a unitary government, the national government could remove the governor of a state and pick a new one. True
France, UK, Bolivia, and Cuba--what do these countries have in common? All have unitary government systems
How is power distributed in a unitary government? A central government assigns power and
duties to smaller units of government within the country
True or False: In a unitary government, the national government could remove the governor of a state and pick a new one. True
France, UK, Bolivia, and Cuba--what do these countries have in common? All have unitary government systems
Confederation GovernmentsConfederation Governments
A system in which regional governments are independent and have more power than the central government.
The smaller governments usually volunteer to join an alliance or confederation…
A system in which regional governments are independent and have more power than the central government.
The smaller governments usually volunteer to join an alliance or confederation…
Why Join a Confederation?Why Join a Confederation?
Some countries agree that they would be better able to solve problems or provide help if they worked together… They might sign a treaty or a constitution under
which the countries agree to defend each other, trade with each other, use a common currency, etc.
Membership is usually voluntary & a country can decide to leave at any time
Some countries agree that they would be better able to solve problems or provide help if they worked together… They might sign a treaty or a constitution under
which the countries agree to defend each other, trade with each other, use a common currency, etc.
Membership is usually voluntary & a country can decide to leave at any time
Confederation GovernmentsConfederation Governments
Not commonly found among governments in the 21st century because there are several problems with them: Often have little power because a high
percentage of members must agree to decisions made
Individual countries can veto decisions Changes in the constitution requires all
members to agree…takes a long time Confederations generally have a weak
central government
Not commonly found among governments in the 21st century because there are several problems with them: Often have little power because a high
percentage of members must agree to decisions made
Individual countries can veto decisions Changes in the constitution requires all
members to agree…takes a long time Confederations generally have a weak
central government
Examples of Confederation Governments
Examples of Confederation Governments
In Latin America: Bolivia, North Peru, and South Peru from 1836 to
1839…didn’t last long!
In Europe: European Union (a confederation since 1993)
In Latin America: Bolivia, North Peru, and South Peru from 1836 to
1839…didn’t last long!
In Europe: European Union (a confederation since 1993)
Questions to Consider:Questions to Consider:
What is one problem with a confederation government? The central government can create laws
but might not be able to enforce them In a confederation, government power
lies with the Governments of the member
countries/states
What is one problem with a confederation government? The central government can create laws
but might not be able to enforce them In a confederation, government power
lies with the Governments of the member
countries/states
Federal GovernmentFederal Government
A system in which the power is divided and shared between one central, regional, and local governments. A document (such as a constitution) may
describe the rights, responsibilities, and duties of the central government & the states
Central government can be powerful, but does not have the ability to dissolve states or choose state leaders
A system in which the power is divided and shared between one central, regional, and local governments. A document (such as a constitution) may
describe the rights, responsibilities, and duties of the central government & the states
Central government can be powerful, but does not have the ability to dissolve states or choose state leaders
Central Governme
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Federal Government- power of the Central government is separate from State Governments
The FederalConstitutionLaws Rule
Both Central and State
State Government
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Examples of Federal Governments
Examples of Federal Governments
Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, etc.
United States and Canada also distribute power this way…
Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, etc.
United States and Canada also distribute power this way…
Questions to Consider:Questions to Consider:
How does a federal system of government divide power? Between the central government and
smaller units such as states What are some examples of
federal governments in Latin America? Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, etc.
How does a federal system of government divide power? Between the central government and
smaller units such as states What are some examples of
federal governments in Latin America? Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, etc.
Government Scenarios: Wall Posts
Government Scenarios: Wall Posts
Your Task: Walk around the classroom and read the 6 scenarios posted on the walls.
Decide if the scenario is an example of a Unitary systems, Confederation, or Federal system, and write your answer on your paper.
You will have 2 minutes per post! Discuss your answers with your group.
Your Task: Walk around the classroom and read the 6 scenarios posted on the walls.
Decide if the scenario is an example of a Unitary systems, Confederation, or Federal system, and write your answer on your paper.
You will have 2 minutes per post! Discuss your answers with your group.