Constitutional Principles

Of the multiple principles laid out in the Constitution, the concept of limited government is the most important. This is because the restrictions of a limited government protect the interests of American CITIZENS. These limitations prevent the state and national government from becoming too powerful and from interfering with an individual’s rights. Perhaps the most important argument in favor of limited government is that it does not allow the government to breach the Bill of Rights. Also, a limited government restricts power at the state level. They can not breach federal law. By not printing their own money, and being restricted from entering into treaties, states act as part of a holistic nation. This ultimately prevents conflict and fosters a sense of national unity. However, states are still allotted multiple rights and freedoms that can not being taken by the federal government. The national government can not change state boundaries and impose taxes among states. This prevents the federal government from abusing power while still allowing states to function with a degree of freedom. Ultimately, both the states and federal government are limited by the Constitution but it is done with a balance that allows the nation to function at high standard.