Thomas Jefferson believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution. Jefferson thought that what powers were not specifically stated in the Constitution belonged to the states and the people. Ultimately, it was the job of the people to keep the federal government in check.
The ancient principles influenced the development of the American government with principles, these principles are popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, checks and balances, judicial review, and federalism.
B. Greece's coastline bordered on the four seas.
