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Which agency is a more powerful CIA or FBI?

Sciencenerd
Answered: Jun 04, 2020

They're both different and have different powers. They both work internationally but in different ways. The FBI is law enforcement, so they have any power that comes with it, such as arresting...Read More

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What is the role of the Congress in the American government?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

Congress is part of the legislative branch of the American government. There are three branches of the government including the executive branch, legislative branch and the judicial branch. The...Read More

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What does the Bill of Rights explicitly prohibit?

John Smith
Answered: Nov 18, 2024

Establishing an official religion for the United States

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Which is the most powerful department in the American government?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

The American government is divided into different departments. These include the most powerful people who hold office. Obviously, the president is probably considered the most powerful person in...Read More

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Who burnt the White House and why?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

During the War of 1812, the British stormed into Washington DC and burned many buildings in their path. Prior to the war, Britain and France were at odds with the U.S. over the economy and trade....Read More

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What makes government declare the Marshall law?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

When citizens get angry with their government or leader, they may revolt against the government. To do this, they may try to get to the leader and do him or her harm. The group is usually a very...Read More

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Why did the Americans fight the British in their first war ever?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

The United States fought against the British in the American Revolutionary War. In July 1776, the United States declared their independence from Britain. Before that, the colonists who over time...Read More

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Why are there just two parties in America?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

In the United States, there currently are two major parties including the Democrats and the Republicans. These two parties are sometimes at odds with each other. However, in the past there were...Read More

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Why does the American government give out so much in AID?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

The United States has endured times of need during our history. During these times, other countries have come to our aid. As a result, the United States feels like they should provide aid to...Read More

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Why is there no Department Of War (DOW) now as there was one during the WW2?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

This department, the Department of War was created shortly after the end of the American Revolutionary War in 1789 and it disbanded in 1947 which is shortly after World War II. This department...Read More

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Is FEMA preparing for something big?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

FEMA stands for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. It is part of the US Department of Homeland Security. It provides help to those who need assistance because the emergency is so great. In...Read More

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Why did the American government choose the policy of "Capitalism"?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

Capitalism is an economic system. It is based on the selling and trading in which profit and making a profit is involved. Many first world countries and the more powerful countries in the world...Read More

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Should I follow laws if there is a government shutdown?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

Laws should always be followed no matter what. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. Looting sometimes takes place after a natural disaster. However, all these people are doing is further...Read More

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Why did the American government discontinue the policy of drafting in Military?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

Drafting or conscription is a term used to describe where citizens of the United States are forced to fight in a war. For the most part, many people who join the military do so voluntarily....Read More

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Does American Government really indulge in toppling governments all over the world?

I.Donald
Answered: Feb 09, 2018

Many wars that have involved the United States do typically revolve or are concerned with the type of government in the country. Communist governments have taken part in many wars. Since the...Read More

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