<span>Federal system of government is where the national government holds some powers and the state governments hold other powers. </span>
C. The United States did not take territory
The president could become a stronger bargainer with congress by increasing his popularity with the people. This is because the members of congress represent citizens and if citizens aren't happy then they're going to complain to their congressman and congresswomen. If they don't act on what their constituents want then they'll eventually be voted out of office for someone who will.
If you're referring to the Great Depression, after the stock market crash, many banks lost money and closed. If you're referring to the recent recession, they lost money and became government-run.
