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The United States is not a fully democratic country. The framers of the Constitution created a system in which majorities-even large majorities or their representatives in Congress-do not have the right to do anything and everything they want.

Which aspect of the American system of government shows one of the limits on the power of majorities discussed above?

  1. The ability of Congress to override presidential vetoes
  2. The Supreme Court's power to overturn unconstitutional laws
  3. The right of Congress to impeach Presidents and federal judges
  4. The ability of people in many states to vote public initiatives into law
Explanation

Answer: B - The Supreme Court's power to overturn unconstitutional laws.

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