Constitutional Principles

Willy Understand has come to rely on your learned guidance and expertise. In paralegal school, he studied the three branches of the American federal government, along with the powers that have been delegated to each branch in the Constitution. He explored how the founders of the nation created a separation of powers so that each branch relies upon the other two branches. But he now needs a refresher before he tackles any constitutional law research for the firm.

This assignment has two parts:

Part 1

1. Review the history of the United States Constitution
2. Review achart explaining the government of the United States
3. Write Willy 500 word paper explaining the three branches of government, their purposes, and powers. Then, explain and describe each branch's role in establishing Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances.

Part 2

Read the case ofYoungstown Sheet and Tube Company v. Sawyerand answer the following questions. Be precise and articulate. Use proper grammar and complete sentences. There is no word count for this part but BE THOROUGH IN YOUR ANSWERS. CHECK TECHNICAL WRITING ELEMENTS, too. USE COMPLETE SENTENCES.

• What was the constitutional question inYoungstown Sheet and Tube Company v. Sawyer(1952)?
• How did the Court rule?
• How does this case illustrate the constitutional principles of separation of powers?

References

Columbia University Libraries. (n.d.). The Government of the United States [chart].JournalismLibrary Blog. https://blogs.cul.columbia.edu/journalism/files/2014/02/gov_chart-landscape_color_medsmall.jpg

History.com Editors. (2020, February 21). Constitution.History. https://www.history.com/topics/united-states-constitution/constitution