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)
Most Americans support the Endangered Species Act — but that might not matter
August 12, 2019, 1:07 p.m. by Russell McLendon
The law is popular with voters, so why are politicians changing it?
Who owns the night sky?
June 12, 2019, 8:26 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
Blinking, bleeping things are filling the night sky — rent-free.
Canada bans all captive whales and dolphins
June 11, 2019, 11:13 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
'This legislation heralds a change in how Canadians are thinking.'
Our love affair with single-use plastics is over
June 10, 2019, 11:25 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
We're getting serious across the globe about reducing our use of plastic bags.
With new budget, New Zealand puts its money where its heart is
June 3, 2019, 3:41 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
'The old way of doing things has left too many people behind.'
Malaysia is sending trash back to the countries that created it
May 30, 2019, 8:15 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
Mind your wasteful ways, minister tells the West.
Kids around the world are striking for the planet
March 15, 2019, 10:08 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Young folks are mad as heck, and they're letting adults know.
Why this Ohio city just granted Lake Erie the same legal rights as humans
February 27, 2019, 4:59 p.m. by Matt Hickman
Ohio voters just passed Lake Erie Bill of Rights, and it could help to save the pollution-choked Great Lake.
What is the purpose of a monument?
February 27, 2019, 10:17 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
Philadelphia's Rodin Museum tackles an issue that was just as controversial back when Rodin was alive as it is today.
Why the new U.S. public lands bill is such a big deal
February 27, 2019, 8:51 a.m. by Michael d'Estries
Here are a few highlights from legislation that's poised to boost wilderness protection across the country.
Florida fights plans to drill for oil in Everglades
February 25, 2019, 8:21 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Plans to drill for oil near Miami have raised concerns about environmental and health risks.
National Butterfly Center braces for border wall
February 13, 2019, 1:28 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
The wall extension is unrelated to the current political standoff between President Trump and Congress over $5.7 billion in border security funding.
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