MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
PRESIDENT JOHN ADAMS FROM ALIEN AND SEDITION ACTS TO XYZ AFFAIR
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Question
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The term “nullification” means that
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states can choose to not enforce federal laws if they disagree with them or feel that the law is unconstitutional
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states must follow federal law even if the states do not agree with the federal government or its laws
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Thus, nullification involves a declaration by a state that a federal statute is unconstitutional and cannot be enforced within the state. Under the theory of nullification, such a declaration by a state is final and binding, and cannot be overruled by the courts.
Detailed explanation-2: -Nullification is the constitutional theory that individual states can invalidate federal laws or judicial decisions they deem unconstitutional, and it has been controversial since its inception in early American history. There have been three prominent attempts by states at nullification in American history.
Detailed explanation-3: -Nullification is best defined as. an opposition to a tariff imposed by the government.
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