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Politics is a process by which decisions are made within groups. Although the term is generally applied to behavior within governments, politics is observed in all human (and many non-human) group interactions, including corporate, academic, and religious institutions.
Political science (also political studies) is the study of political behavior and examines the acquisition and application of power.
Alternate definitions
Alternative definitions of politics have been proposed that fulfill the needs of differing perspectives. They include:
- Dictionary definitions, for example, "the art and science of government" *
- Textbook definitions, notably, a "process of conflict resolution in which support is mobilized and maintained for collective projects". -- An Introduction to Government and Politics ... Dickerson and Flanagan
- Theorists, such as Harold Lasswell, who defined politics as "who gets what, when, where, and how."
- and Practitioners like
- Mao Zedong, who said "Politics is war without bloodshed while war is politics with bloodshed."
- and Otto von Bismarck's cryptic remark, "Politics is the art of feasibility."
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Shields, Brooks and Historians Examine McCain's Message of 'Change'
Buoyed by spirited speeches, the GOP convention came to a close Thursday night. Analysts Mark Shields, David Brooks and a panel of historians discuss the strengths and weaknesses of John McCain's acceptance speech and the GOP message of "change" in Washington.
Pa. Delegates Name Security, Economy as Top Issues
With union voters, both urban and rural areas and large numbers of military living in Pennsylvania, the Keystone state is shaping up to be a key battleground the presidential election.
McCain RNC Speech Excerpts: 'Change is Coming'
Sen. John McCain will accept the Republican nomination for the presidency later Thursday. Following are excerpts from his acceptance speech, as prepared for delivery.
American Political Development - Interdisciplinary study of the deep historical roots of politics in the United States. Features a syllabi collection, journals, working papers and news.
Center for Politics at the University of Virginia - Promotes the value of politics and seeks to improve civic education and increase civic participation through research, analysis, and educational programs. Features news, programs, publications and employment opportunities.
Dinner for America - Seeks to gather young people together at dinner parties to discuss political issues. Features a discussion forum, blog, party information and photo gallery.
Hidden Agendas - A state-by-state analysis of lawmakers' conflicts of interest, based on their sources of income and assets, committee assignments, leadership positions and legislative duties.
Interesting Times - News, information and commentary on US politics.
National Political Index - Index of political information, services, simulations, games, and polling in an interactive communications environment.
Political Black.com - Non-partisan political site for African-American voters. Features news, resources, and links to local, national, congressional, and senatorial candidates and campaigns.
Meta Description: [ PoliticalBlack.com The Ultimate Non-Partisan Web Site For African-Americans Voters seeking to judge candidates on deeds rather than political parties. A non-partisan political thought.
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Political Money Line - Seeks to facilitate public access to information from government and non-government sources on issues of accountability, governance and representation. Features candidate, PAC and party disbursements, donors and news.
Meta Description: [ Money and politics tracking site. Follow Federal campaign finance, Federal lobbying and Federal legislation in one spot! This site is often sited by major media organizations, political parties and academia. ]
Politics Nationwide - Independent source of information about politics and governmental affairs. Features a searchable database.
Meta Description: [ PoliticsNationwide links political leaders, public policy professionals and government to the American people. ]
Politics Start Here - Offers a dictionary of political terms and current news from major sources world-wide.
Meta Description: [ Educating voters since 1999 ]
Politics1 - Directory of American politics. Features links to information on ideologies, issues, parties and candidates.
Meta Description: [ US Political and Election news from around the nation - by Ron Gunzburger, publisher of the award-winning Politics1.com site ]
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