Politics is the art and science concerned with government. It involves the activities associated with forming, directing and administering an area or political unit, and conducting relations with other political leaders. Political science usually refers to the analysis behind government and administration, political philosophy deals with the theory and ideology behind it, and politics often denotes the implementation of it. The disciplines of political science and jurisprudence are often entwined, as politics and governance naturally beget laws.
The history of politics parallels the history of civilization, as humans have had overseers since nomadic tribes developed. While several political treatises were written across ancient empires, Plato's "The Republic" is generally seen as the work that spurred the creation of political theory. Many political models and ideologies have emerged and been implemented since the time of Plato. (Photo: Shutterstock)
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The Kanter family's plans to drill for oil in the Everglades raised concerns.
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The U.S. retreat from the Paris Agreement is bad news for the world, but it could be even worse for the U.S. itself.
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It can be stressful — but there's a lot we can learn, too.
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No 'trophy' can enter the country.
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The new rules could have significant effects on wildlife and water quality.
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The law is popular with voters, so why are politicians changing it?
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