Our government is founded on some pretty basic principles. We have Popular Sovereignty, Rule of Law, Separation of powers, Checks and Balances, and Federalism. These principles keep our government for what it is and keeps it balanced. Time and time again, they are evident in our government today. Rule of Law is one very important principle because it helps keep our citizens who help enforce the law, uphold it themselves as well. Rule of Law states that all people, businesses, and even the state is subject to follow the national law. One example is when Hillary Clinton (former First Lady) was investigated by the FBI for potentially disclosing private, confidential information. She was not found guilty, but this is a prime example that everyone
