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Tds: Nigeria: Government
A look at the development of government in Nigeria since its independence in 1960. Information is very current. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Other
Reform Party National Committee
The official homepage of the Reform Party of the United States provides its platform as well as current news. The Reform Party is a diverse populist party with a moderate platform.
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Tds: Grenada: Government
A look at the government of Grenada and its political parties. The government is based the British parliamentary system. A chart is provided naming the public officials, and information about the branches of government. Information is...
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Tds: Lesotho: Government
Learn about the government of Lesotho in this article from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes. Find a list of the current government officials and read about the political parties.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Ap u.s. Government and Politics: Campaigns and Elections
Tom Richey's course module offers AP U.S. Government curriculum unit materias, lecture notes, video and PowerPoint presentation on Campaigns and Elections from which students learn about political beliefs and behaviors as well as...
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Tds: Barbados: Government
Read about the government of Barbados which is based on the British parliamentary system. You can find out about the elections, political parties, and branches of government. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Texas State Historical Association
Texas State Historical Association: Political Parties
Explains the evolution of political parties in Texas, from many parties in the nineteenth century, into the two parties that dominate Texas today.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Uzbekistan: Government
The government of Uzbekistan, since its independence, has not been democratic nor has it assured human rights. Read about the problems in this Library of Congress article. Click on topics at the end of the article to get more information.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Party Identification: u.s. Government: Ap
PowerPoint slide show created by Tom Richey on party identification in the U.S. electorate. Part of AP U.S. Government course presented with illustrations and humor.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Libertarian Party (United States)
Wikipedia offers a lengthy overview of the Libertarian Party in the United States. Good definitions, facts, and arguments about whether the Libertarian Party is on the right or left of the political spectrum.
Geographic
Mexico Government Index
This homepage provides links to a wide variety of information concerning Mexico's government, including constitutional history, the three branches of the government, the party system, the electoral process, and more.
The Economist
The Economist: Political Forces: Mexico
This article describes the competition among Mexico's three major political parties.
Lin and Don Donn
Lin and Don Donn: u.s. History Lessons: Elections, Parties, Campaigns
This site provides suggestions for lesson plans and unit plans to teach about the U.S. system of elections, political parties, and campaigns.
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Tds: Moldova: Government
Read about the government of Moldova and its political parties and problems with the territory of Transnistria. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Kazakhstan: Government
A discussion of the government of Kazakhstan current to 2005. You can find out about the oblasts, akims, political parties, and the strong president.
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Tds: Benin: Government
Don't miss the chart that shows the many political parties that operate in the small country of Benin. Read about its government and its recent elections. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book and the U.S. State Dept. Background...
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Tds: Croatia: Government
Read about Croatia's government and its structure. You can also find a list of the current governmental officials and political parties. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
The Economist
The Economist: Mexico's Politics: The Opposition Party Is in Decline
This article examines the decline of Mexico's political party known as PRD, which had been in power for the past 70 years.
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Tds: Angola: Government
Read about the transition of Angola's government from a Marxist-Leninist one to a supposedly more democratic one. You can find a list of the current government officials and the current political parties. Information is from the U.S....
US Government Publishing Office
U.s. Government Publishing Office: Our American Government, 2000 Edition
A popular introductory guide for American citizens and those of other countries who seek a greater understanding of our heritage of democracy. The question-and-answer format covers a broad range of topics dealing with the legislative,...
Geographic
Bolivia Government
General/brief description of the governmental structure of Bolivia. Provides information about the different government bodies, the leaders, the political parties, and other general statistics related to the government of Bolivia.
Other
Geographic.org: Uzbekistan Government 2002
Geographic.org's guide to Uzbekistan. This particular page provides background info about the country's government including political parties, nt'l holidays, capitol and more. Easily links to Uzbekistan geography, economy, history,...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Politics of Russia
A thorough article on the politics of Russia. Includes an explanation of the branches of government, the constitution, political parties and elections, and local and regional governments.
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Wikipedia: Politics of Nepal
Article on Nepal including government branches, political parties and leaders, and other facts concerning their current political system.