States' Rights: Asserts that states have certain powers and authority separate from the federal government. States' rights advocates believe that states should have the ability to oppose or reject federal actions they deem unconstitutional.
Nullification: The concept of nullification allows states to declare a federal law or action invalid within their borders if they believe it exceeds the powers granted to the national government by the Constitution.
Devolution: Devolution refers to transferring power or responsibilities from a central authority (such as the federal government) to lower levels of government (like state governments). It enables states to have more control over policy decisions and reduces reliance on federal actions.