Do checks and balances create a powerful government that overthrows the will of the people?

pick 2 subtopics to answer the questions below. :
a) powers of the legislative branch
b) powers of the executive branch
c) powers of the the judicial branch
d) interest groups
e) lobbying

1. Describe the role of the subtopic plays on the US government.

2. Discuss the impact of the checks and balances system on the will of the people.