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What is the US Supreme Court?
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The Supreme Court: Most Powerful Court in the U.S. The Supreme Court interprets our Constitution and defends the principles and ideals of our forefathers. It is the hi
What is the US House of Representatives and US Senate?
Thursday, May 2nd
The United States Congress is comprised of two legislative houses, making Congress a bicameral legislative body. One legislative group is comprised of representatives of
What Do State and Local Governments Do?
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Although federal law is the law of the land, state and local governments play a pivotal role in our everyday lives. There are many things that state and local governments
What is the Judicial Branch and What Does it Do?
Monday, March 25th
The legal system in the United States is essentially the judicial branch of government. This is a comprehensive structure that incorporates state and local court systems
What is the Legislative Branch and What Does it Do?
Friday, March 1st
The Legislative Branch is made of two parts: the Senate and the House of Representatives. Together, they form what is known as the United States Congress. As its name imp
Composition and Role of the United States Executive Branch
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The President of the United States is the head of the Executive Branch. The President is also the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. armed forces and is regarded as the head
United States Government Structure
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The United States government is comprised of three branches that are systematically established as a form of checks and balances within the federal governing apparatus. E