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Tds: Mauritius: Government
Learn about Mauritius' dynamic and cooperative government whose law is a mixture of French and British law. You can find a list of Mauritius' current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Senegal: Government
Read about the government of Senegal, which is one of the most successful democracies in Africa. Find out what has made it so different from other African countries. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Irish Labor Party
The website of the Irish Labor Party, covering news, events, elected politicians and candidates, and its political platform.
Other
Partido Revolucionario Institucional
Official site of the party that ruled Mexico over 70 years, until 2000.
Political Resources on the Net
Political Resources on the Net: Brazil
Provides a list of political sites available on the web with links to media, governments, political parties, and organizations for the country of Brazil. Very few links are in English.
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Tds: Togo: Government
A graphic listing the governmental offices, officials, and information about the political parties. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Government of North America
Reference material for elementary students who are learning about U.S. Government provides an overview of the three branches of government outlined in the U.S. Constitution and a glimpse into the political party system.
Curated OER
Cbc: African National Congress Spinoff Party Chooses Presidential Candidate
Unhappy members of the ruling African National Congress broke away to form South Africa's new COPE party. The party chose its first presidential candidate, Bishop Mvume Dandala who will run for the parliamentary election on April 22/09....
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Tea Party Activists Protest Taxes, Big Government
The Tea Party movement was organized in February 2009, in protest to Obama's stimulus package. This article discusses the movement's link to the original Boston Tea Party, personalities identified with the the movement and their aims....
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Tds: Latvia: Government
A discussion about the government of Latvia including information about its many political parties. A chart lists government officials and government structure. From U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Egypt: Government
Read about the current state of affairs in the Egyptian government. You can find out about the strong executive branch, the political parties, and the background of the judicial branch. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background...
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Tds: Mozambique: Government
A discussion about the elections, political parties involved, and outcomes in Mozambique since the 1980's. You will find a chart of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.Sl State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Burundi: Government
Read about the strides the Burundi government has made since the civil war of the 1990's. You'll find a chart of the governmental officials and a break-down of the branches of government and political parties. Informations is from the...
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Sinn Fein
The official website for Sinn Fein, an Irish political party, provides its mission and current news of the Party.
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Tds: Kenya: Government
A discussion of the branches of government of Kenya and a look at the current political conditions as well as a chart showing the current government officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Diffen
Diffen: Democrat vs. Republican
An in-depth article describing the two political parties in the United States. Read the side-by-side comparison followed by the article which contains an excerpt from an interview and some visuals to reinforce the learning.
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Tds: San Marino: Government
A thorough look at the government and politics of San Marino with a discussion of the legislative body as well as the judiciary. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Syria: Government
This article based on U.S. State Dept. Background Notes discusses not only the governmental structure, but also the political situation in Syria.
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Tds: Morocco: Government
Ruled by a king, Morocco still has a relatively free government. Find out about the recent reforms and goals of the government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: One Party
This video segment from Wide Angle describes the communist Workers' Party of Korea, the ruling party of North Korea.
Political Resources on the Net
Political Resources on the Net: Argentina (1:3 Parties)
This site provides information on Argentina's constitution, the political parties, and the government. Some of the information is in Spanish, but much is in English. Also, click on "governments" and "media" at the top of the page for...
AllRefer
All refer.com: East Germany: Postwar Government
This site explains the economic and political developments of the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) after WWII. Contains information on dividing up Germany after WWII, the Soviet zone of occupation, Soviet interests and motives,...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: What Is Your Affiliation?
Political parties have platforms that describe their principles and issue stances in areas such as taxes, education and immigration. Answer the questions to see which party (Democratic, Republican, Green and Libertarian) is your best fit.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Republican Party History
Article provides a history of the Republican party and details on the eighteen Presidents who have belonged to the Republican Party through George W. Bush.