#government

rule  How did the founding fathers view the concept of popular sovereignty?

The concept of popular sovereignty, or the idea that ultimate authority lies with the people, was a fundamental principle in the founding of the...    Read more

account_balance_wallet  Why do we have to pay taxes?

Taxes are a necessary part of any functioning society. They are the way in which governments generate the revenue needed to fund public services,...    Read more

warning  How does the US government prepare for hurricanes and what agencies are involved?

Hurricanes can cause catastrophic damage and loss of life, so it is important for the US government to be prepared for these storms. The National...    Read more

gavel  How do the rights of the accused differ in military courts?

When it comes to the rights of the accused in military courts, there are a number of differences compared to civilian courts. One key difference is...    Read more

people  What was the founding fathers' view on the role of political parties in society?

The Founding Fathers of the United States had mixed views on political parties. Some of them, like George Washington, believed that political parties...    Read more

gavel  What is the role of the U.S. Court of Appeals in the justice system?

The United States Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court between the District Courts and the Supreme Court of the United States. There...    Read more

account_balance  How did the founding fathers view the concept of democracy?

The founding fathers of the United States were wary of the concept of democracy, believing it to be a form of government that could easily become...    Read more

medical_services  How does the US handle the opioid epidemic?

The opioid epidemic has been a major public health crisis in the United States. The over-prescription and abuse of prescription opioids, such as...    Read more

military_tech  What is the role of the Department of Defense?

The Department of Defense (DoD) is responsible for providing the military forces needed to deter war and to protect the security of the United...    Read more

account_balance  How does the Spanish political system work?

The Spanish political system is a parliamentary monarchy, where the monarch is the head of state, but the real power is vested in the Prime Minister...    Read more