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A government is a body that has the authority to make and the power to enforce laws within a civil, corporate, religious, academic, or other organization or group. In its broadest sense, "to govern" means to administer or supervise, whether over a state, a set group of people, or a collection of assets.
The word government is derived from the Greek Κυβερνήτης (kyvernites), which means "steersman", "governor", "pilot" or "rudder".
Typically, "the government" refers to the executive function. In many countries (particularly those having parliamentary systems), the Government refers to the executive branch of government or a specifically named executive, i.e. the Blair Government (compare to the administration as in the Clinton administration in U.S. usage). The Welsh Assembly Government is the name of the executive branch of Wales, and Scottish Government is the unofficial term to describe the Scottish Executive. In countries using the Westminster system, the party in government will also usually control the legislature.
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Limbaugh: Tests show no ailments after chest pain
Sat, 02 Jan 2010 01:06:07 -0800
Conservative talk radio show host Rush Limbaugh said Friday tests showed nothing was wrong with his heart after he was hospitalized with chest pains.
Former President Clinton's list doesn't give '09 donor amounts
Fri, 01 Jan 2010 21:16:36 -0800
Foreign governments, longtime Democratic fundraisers, entertainers and thousands of individuals gave money to Former President Clinton's charitable foundation in 2009, according to a list of donors the foundation released Friday under an agreement with President Obama to prevent the appearance of conflicts with Hillary Rodham Clinton's role as secretary of state.
White House defends its TSA nominee
Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:46:02 -0800
Acknowledging he has given inconsistent answers to Congress, President Barack Obama's pick to lead the Transportation Security Administration wrote to lawmakers to explain a reprimand he received for running background checks on his then-estranged wife's boyfriend two decades ago.
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Access Washington Home Page - Washington State Government Information and Services.
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Association of Washington Cities - AWC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization funded through service fees paid by its member cities. Goals include the means for towns and cities to work together.
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Find-It! Washington - The official Washington State locator service for state and local government information.
Governor Locke's Homepage - Meet Washington State's governor, learn about projects and initiatives.
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Most Wanted for Non-Payment of Child Support - Washington State's Most Wanted for Non-payment of child. Pictures of people who have not supported their children. Send an anonymous tips to the Division of Child Support.
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Washington Army National Guard - Information on benefits, college tuition, history, and skills training.
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Washington Association of Juvenile Court Administrators - They provide support among, facilitate communication between, and educate the membership of the association and to advocate for and influence change in the juvenile justice system.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - News, drawings, seasons, licensing, tribal hunting, tips, and education.
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Washington Department of Licensing - Provides vehicle licensing, titling, and registration information as well as forms and contact information.
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Washington Municipal Treasurers Association - News and information page.
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Washington Professional Licensing Search - Features searchable database for current status of professional licensees in the state.
Washington Public Employment Relations Review - A quarterly newsletter providing an update on agency, arbitration and court decisions affecting Washington public sector employees, including summaries of recent decisions from the Washington PERC.
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Washington State Air National Guard - Offers education, family support, information on joining, job opportunities, and unit locations.
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Washington State Arts Commission - Supports the promotion, growth, development, and preservation of the arts within the state.
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Washington State Courts - Information on all levels of Washington State Courts.
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) - News, program information, guidelines for obtaining documents, FAQ, and employment opportunities.
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Washington State Department of Transportation - Traffic flow maps and cameras, mountain pass reports, ferry and train schedules, emergency highway closures, and construction updates.
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Washington State Emergency Management Division - Disaster preparedness, response, recover and planning information for everyone in Washington State.
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Washington State Gambling Commission - Tasked with the responsibility of regulating social gambling activities authorized by the legislature and controlling unauthorized gambling activities.
Washington State Geographic Information Council (WAGIC) - The statewide body responsible for coordinating and facilitating the use and development of Washington State's geospatial information.
Washington State Institute for Public Policy - Its mission is to carry out practical, non-partisan research—at legislative direction—on issues of importance to Washington State.
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