We all know that the media has a huge impact of politics. So when you are watching TV, or reading something online, never use one source. Better yet, never use only US source. We tend to be bias, and that can't be the Freedom of Speech we all talk about.
United States are in constant state of fear from terrorists, economy concerns, waiging wars and having X number of problems. That's why it is important for every citizen to use their right and keep themselves informed on where the politics will lead them.
Here is something you should know about USA politics:
The US is the oldest continuous democracy in the world. It was established in 1789, although not all features of the system were as democratic as they are now.
The US is a Federal system. This means that power is divided between a central/national government and the States. The national government is referred to as the Federal Government.
The Federal Government has three branches/arms:
Legislative Branch: House of Representatives and Senate
Executive Branch: President, Cabinet, Federal Departments and Agencies
Judicial Branch: Supreme Court, Other Federal Courts
There are 50 States. Each State has an elected Governor and a legislature consisting of a State House and a State Senate.
The list of original 13 States is here. A table showing how each State has voted in presidential elections since 1972 is here.
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