Federalism
| Powers of the Federal Government | Powers Shared by Federal and State Governments | Powers of the State Governments |
| Create and maintain armed forces Regulate trade between states and foreign countries Establish a postal system Declare war Coin money Establish foreign policy |
Establish courts Levy taxes Provide for health, safety and welfare |
Establish and maintain local governments Establish and maintain schools Conduct elections Regulate trade within states Laws about marriage |