<span>The federal government of
the United States was created by the Constitution, which went into
operation in 1789 when the first Congress convened and George Washington
took the oath of office as president. The government is called federal
because it was formed by a compact (the Constitution) among 13 political
units (the states).</span>
The Radical Republic wanted to punish the South.
Which statement best explains the role of government according to John Locke? Governments should respect the fundamental rights of humans. The absolute authority of government is essential to ensure safety. The powers of government should be separated into different offices
