What is one power the national government has that the state government does not?
There are plenty of political offices that exercise a surprising amount of power governing.com
The presidential race looms large in the Senate, House and governor's contests. politico.com
more about The System 03:25 American Party AnimalsMore young people than ever identify themselves as politically “independent.” This animated film (narrated by Morgan Spurlock) looks at pros and cons of our two-party system, and at what makes it so hard for third parties to win power.
more about Voting Rights 05:05 Citizen NextWhat motivates the approximately 4.6 million Latino immigrants eligible for citizenship, most of whom claim Mexico as a country of origin, to seek citizenship... or not? Follow the challenges facing Latino immigrants on their path towards citizenship, into the voting booth and beyond.
more about Local Government 03:35 Mission InsurableSecret Agent Brink must escape the villain's lair in time to register for healthcare or have his fingers broken, which will stick him with thousands of dollars in medical costs. Many Americans know how he feels: tortured to debt.