Question

The United States has tens of thousands of local governments that make up one of the most complex local government systems in the world. Why do you think this system is as complex as it is?
Overall, do you think the complexity (particularly the many kinds of government) serves the people, or does it stand in the way?
Explain your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer revolves around the system of checks and balances. These are known as reserved powers. Each city government is a microcosm of a larger government. It is complex because our Founding Fathers knew that the federal government would fail at state and local levels. Each city has its own problems and its own identity. In my opinion, it does serve the people.

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