Government

We all know what a government is. But do we know the different types of government? Do we know what is the actual purpose of a government? Do we know why exactly do people need a government? Well, you might think you know all the answers. Read on to find out if you really do!
  • Scott Walker Gaining in Wisconsin Recall Campaign
    Scott Walker is the governor of Wisconsin, and faces a recall vote that is coming at the hands of the public unions in his state – if he remains in the Governor’s seat, it will strike a blow against government spending and union meddling and mark a victory for what is right about America.
  • White House and GOP Posturing Ahead of Debt Limit Debate
    Speaker John Boehner and the White House are already at odds over the best approach to dealing with the looming debt limit increase that will be required to avoid a default by the U.S.
  • Overseer of TARP Points Out Truth to Taxpayers
    Many people believe that TARP funds have been repaid and that the move helped average Americans – the official overseer for TARP begs to differ on both points.
  • U.S. Plans to Create Yet Another Intelligence Agency
    As U.S. defense concerns shift away from Iraq and Afghanistan, a new intelligence agency is emerging that will function in addition to the growing array of services that already exist.
  • GSA Government Waste Scandal Heads to Congress
    Congressional hearings are set to begin next week to investigate lavish and wasteful spending by the General Services Administration to entertain its employees.
  • Oh, How the Parties Have Changed
    You would never know our major political parties by their founding ideals. What happened? The New Deal.
  • Stuff They Don't Want You To Know - Part 1
    In Part 1, we discover the CFR (Council on Foreign Relations), a supposed "world-peace" company. But what do the rumors tell us?
  • Wisconsin Governor Points to Success of New Anti-Union Law
    Wisconsin’s Governor has pointed to the success of a new law curtailing the power of public sector unions – the parasites have responded by trying to oust him from office.
  • U.S. Budget Deficit will "Fall" to $1.1 Trillion in Coming Year
    The U.S. budget deficit will supposedly fall this year, but that’s scant comfort when the expectation of a further financial catastrophe still looms.
  • President Obama Seeks Permission to Consolidate Government Agencies
    President Barack Obama is expected to ask Congress to grant him permission to consolidate several government agencies currently serving overlapping missions.
  • Survivor Star to Run for Governor of Indiana
    Survivor star Rupert Boneham is slated to run for Indiana Governor this year.
  • Types of City Government
    Depending on the size of the city and population, the types of government for a city differs. Due to the difference in the city governments, there is change in the administrative and power structure in the said government.
  • What Does the Secretary of State Do?
    The Secretary of State is an important position in the U.S. Cabinet. In this article, we will take a look at the duties and responsibilities of the Secretary of State.
  • How to Become a Secretary of State
    The United States Secretary of State is one of the most influential and powerful position, not just within the politics and the government of United States, but also in the world itself. In this article, the path or the way to become the Secretary of State has been discussed.
  • Secretary of the Treasury Duties
    The US secretary of treasury is the chief financial officer of the US government and manages all matters related to the nation's money. In this article, we will know more about the duties of a treasury secretary.
  • Oligarchy Government
    Oligarchy government exists in some parts of the world and whether it is good for public interest or not, has always been a debate. In this article, we shall discuss some vital facts about it in detail.
  • Secretary of Defense Duties
    The secretary of defense is one of the highest positions in the Department Of Defense (DoD). Almost everything related to national security comes under the secretary of defense duties. Read on, to know more about this reputed position in the government.
  • Difference Between Government and Politics
    There are many terms which are used interchangeably or are so closely related, that the exact difference between them becomes unclear. So what is it with the terms - 'Government' and 'Politics'? In this article, I have endeavored to outline the conceptual difference between government and politics, to clear out confusion between the two.
  • Best Form of Government
    With no consensus about which the best form of government is, we decided to evaluate various options available to see which is the most ideal of the lot. Read on...
  • Virtual Representation
    Virtual representation is one of the crucial concepts that is now widely used in politics and legislature. To know more about this interesting concept which has a great historical significance, read on.
  • What is a Standing Committee
    A short write-up on the concept of standing committees intended to give you a rough idea as to what they are, how they function, and their importance in the political spectrum. Continue reading....
  • Two-Party System in America
    Do you know about the two-party system in America? Well, if you don't, here's an interesting article that will tell you all about it. So let's begin to understand the two-party system which has dominated American politics for years.
  • Federalists Vs. Anti-Federalists
    Going through the difference between federalists and anti-federalists will help you understand their beliefs - and the role they played in the Articles of Confederation vs. Constitution row. Continue reading.....
  • Political Parties in the United States
    While the Democratic Party and Republican Party are the bigwigs of American politics, there do exist a few other small political parties in the United States which are active as of today. Continue reading...
  • Big Government Vs. Small Government
    Is a big government the key to smooth functioning of the nation, or is it a small government which lays the foundation for efficient administration? Continue reading to find out.....
  • What is the Role of Government in Society
    Since the demise of colonialism and the advent of democracy and elected governance, the role of government, or the ruling force, has undergone tremendous change. As humans and society in general tries to move towards a better world, the involvement and responsibilities of governments and administrations throughout the world are getting more diverse and challenging.
  • Purpose of Government
    What is the purpose of a government? Why does a government need to exist? Read to find the purpose of government and its importance...
  • Joseph McCarthy a Reminder of U.S. Government Going Terribly Awry
    There have been terrible missteps throughout the history of the United States, but the lesson learned from the Joseph McCarthy era is one that should never be forgotten, lest it happen again.
  • In a Failing Government Structure the Incumbents Always Lose
    The November elections will be more of a cyclical reaction to a broken government than a referendum on the Obama administration.
  • Government Offers Poor Solution for Carp Problem
    Asian carp are threatening to take a huge toll on the Great Lakes ecosystem, but instead of working to solve the problem, the federal government is proposing costly short-term plans that will not make any difference.
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Federalism
    Twenty four of the world's one hundred ninety three countries have a federal political set up. Looking at these countries' political history, it can be said that there are both advantages and disadvantages of federalism. Read the following article for an in-depth analysis of the same.
  • What is Totalitarianism
    Totalitarianism refers to a political system that relates to a governance by an absolute power. In a totalitarian government, an individual or political entity regulates every aspect of public life. The regime in the 20th century were primarily responsible for the two World Wars.
  • Why do People Need a Government?
    What role does the government play in our lives? Why do we need a government? Read on to find out.
  • What are the Five Purposes of Government
    What are the five purposes of government? Read on to know more.
  • Basic Purposes of a Government
    Government is the governing body of a nation. It is formed with an intent of establishing law and order in the society. What are the main purposes of a government?
  • 3 Branches of the Government
    The Government of the United States has been divided into 3 branches namely the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. To know more about the structure and functioning of the 3 branches of the Government, read on...
  • Different Types of Governments
    We look into the different types of governments that are formed all over the world, and followed by nations in a variety of ways...
  • It's a Two-party System: So Where's the Second Party?
    Everyone keeps talking about how divided the nation is, but republican and democratic politicians seem to agree on one issue.
  • The Politics of American Government: Republicans and Democrats
    Most of us know that America has a two party governmental system made up of Republicans and Democrats. Yea, we tend to vote for one party or the other or both, but what many of us don't know is the history behind who the Democrats and Republicans are, and the changes they may or may not have gone through over the decades and centuries.