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The purpose of government in the United States is to establish order, protect the rights of individuals and promote the common good. Governments may be organized in different ways and have limited or unlimited powers.
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Democracies, dictatorships and monarchies are categories for understanding the relationship between those in power or authority
and citizens.
Civic participation embraces the ideal that an individual actively engages in his or her community, state or nation for the common good. Students need to practice effective communication skills including negotiation, compromise and collaboration. Skills in accessing and analyzing information are essential for citizens in a democracy.
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Individuals can better understand public issues by gathering and interpreting information from multiple sources. Data can be
displayed graphically to effectively and efficiently communicate information.