Government & politics

Government & politics

The study of general concepts used in governments and politics, as well as the institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that make up the government and political reality.

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Freedom of religion

Government; Government & politics

The right to worship according to one's own beliefs. This freedom is guaranteed in the First Amendment to the US Constitution, although the Supreme Court has ruled that this freedom is not absolute.

Freedom of petition

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The right to present requests to the government without punishment or reprisal. This right is guaranteed in the First Amendment to the US Constitution.

Freedom of assembly

Government; Government & politics

The right to gather with other people in public. This right is protected by the First Amendment to the US Constitution.

Free trade

Government; Government & politics

Buying, selling and other financial transactions which are conducted tariffs or other trade barriers.

Platform

Government; Government & politics

Set of opinions and ideas for policy, upon which the members of a political party decide. Party members often determine their platforms in caucuses.

Pentagon

Government; Government & politics

Building in Washington, D.C. that is shaped like a pentagon (five-sided figure). The Pentagon serves as the headquarters for the Department of defence and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Built during ...

Political action committee (PAC)

Government; Government & politics

An independent organisation established by interest groups, political candidates, and people who hold office. PACs serve to raise and contribute money to the political campaigns of individuals whose ...