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Journey: Separation of powers

Welcome to Ballotpedia’s Learning Journey on the separation of powers.
Separation of powers refers to a system of government that distributes the powers and functions of government among separate and independent entities. This Learning Journey is designed to provide you with an understanding of the relevant constitutional text, the philosophical origins of the principle, its application, and its current challenges.
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- Read on and click around! We'll pack the email with examples, ways to interact with the content, and opportunities to connect with the Ballotpedia team!
- You're done! Celebrate and share the knowledge!