States' Rights: Refers to the belief that individual states should have more autonomy and power compared to the central government. It emphasizes state sovereignty in decision-making.
Decentralization: In contrast to a strong federal government, decentralization means dispersing power among different levels of government (such as states or local governments). Each level has its own set of responsibilities and can make decisions independently.
Enumerated Powers: These are specific powers granted exclusively to the federal government under the U.S. Constitution. These powers include regulating interstate commerce, coining money, and conducting foreign relations.