How is the concept of legitimacy in government

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Question 1.) What is the rule of law, and why is it important?

Question 2.) How is the concept of legitimacy in government related to adherence by public servants to our constitutional ethic?

Question 3.) In this chapter, we have highlighted the importance of checks and balances to our constitutional system. What do you think are the greatest challenges to a system of checks and balances today?

Question 4.) Politicians and officeholders have justified elements of the Patriot Act, various other government surveillance activities, and signing statements as necessary to "keep Americans safe." Do you think the Founders would have agreed to these actions had they been faced with the challenge of global terrorism? If not, why not? If so, what limits do you think they might have placed in the exercise of such governmental powers?

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