Federalism creates a balance of power which can prevent any one group from becoming too strong. The central government is checked against the regional government and vice versa.
Supporting arguments · 2
- Federalism can prevent tyrannyFederalism provides a series of checks and balances to safeguard democracy. Multiple levels of government can more easily police each other than one central government can police itself.
- Federalism can safeguard minoritiesIn a federal system, majority groups cannot overwhelm smaller groups across the nation who hold minority views. Federalism maximizes individual freedoms. Legislation can change more quickly and be more flexible from region to region.