Legitimacy

Legitimacy in United States

Legitimacy Definition

The state Of being born in wedlock; that is, in a lawful manner.

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The state Of being born in wedlock; that is, in a lawful manner.

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This definition of Legitimacy is based on The Cyclopedic Law Dictionary. This entry needs to be proofread.

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Concept of Legitimacy

In the U.S., in the context of the U.S. Constitution and Federalism, Legitimacy has the following meaning: Widespread acceptance of a government as being necessary, rightfully constituted, and rightly exercising power. (Source of this definition of Legitimacy : University of Texas)

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  • Constitution
  • Federalism

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