"It is evident that each department should have a will of its own; and consequently should be so constituted that the members of each should have as little agency as possible in the appointment of the members of the others."–Federalist No. 51

Which of the following principles of American government does this quote directly support?

republicanism
popular sovereignty
checks and balances
separation of powers

Question

"It is evident that each department should have a will of its own; and consequently should be so constituted that the members of each should have as little agency as possible in the appointment of the members of the others."–Federalist No. 51

Which of the following principles of American government does this quote directly support?

 republicanism
 popular sovereignty
 checks and balances
 separation of powers

anonymous · Answer

i would say either c or d

anonymous · Answer

im thinking checks and balances because it has to do alot with bills