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Political science
The social science discipline concerned with the study of the state, government and politics.
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Conservative
Politics; Political Science
A person who supports conservatism. Naturally, those who are most conservative are usually those who have most to conserve, such as those who own wealth and property, or who are otherwise privileged, ...
Conservatism
Politics; Political Science
A political philosophy that tends to support the status quo and advocates change only in moderation. Conservatism upholds the value of tradition, and seeks to preserve all that is good about the ...
Conservative parties
Politics; Political Science
Political parties that advocate conservatism. In the U.S., the Republican party is more conservative than the Democratic party, and although the Democrats have traditionally had a conservative wing ...
Consociationalism
Politics; Political Science
A form of democracy in which harmony in segmented societies is maintained through the distinctive roles of elites and the autonomy of organised interests.
Consequential amendment
Politics; Political Science
Subsequent amendment(s) to the text of a motion or bill made necessary for coherence following the adoption of an amendment.
Conservationism
Politics; Political Science
The attempt to manage natural resources in order to maximise benefits over a long period of time.
Diplomatic immunity
Politics; Political Science
Special rights given to diplomats, including immunity from the laws that operate in the country to which they are assigned.
