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Keep in mind that a modern US state is not the same as US state 200 years ago. At this point, the US federal government dictates substantially more of every asp
by Xeoncross 4y ago
Keep in mind that a modern US state is not the same as US state 200 years ago. At this point, the US federal government dictates substantially more of every aspect of a states rule: from education to exports, licensure to healthcare.
The US was an unique attempt at parallel state rule, but consolidation is always inevitable.
- MandieD 4y agoHowever, the legal systems can still be wildly different. The ounce of marijuana that anyone over 21 can buy from a state-licensed shop and possess in Colorado could mean a $2000 fine and up to 6 months in jail in Texas.