Political science

Political science

The social science discipline concerned with the study of the state, government and politics.

Contributors in Political Science

Political science

To carry a big stick is when an individual, group, or nation backs up their demands with a credible threat of force or some other pressure that is sufficient to get the other party to accede to their ...

bigger bite amendment

Politics; Political Science

Although an amendment cannot amend previously amended language under House rules, a "bigger bite" amendment can be offered because it changes more of the measure or amendment than the original ...

bilateral

Politics; Political Science

Involving two parties; as in a bilateral trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan.

bilateralism

Politics; Political Science

Joint economic or security policies between two nations. Bilateralism may refer to trade agreements, or to military treaties and alliances. It also refers to cooperation between allies.

bill

Politics; Political Science

A proposed law submitted to Parliament for its approval. It may originate either with the Government, with a private Member or from a Committee, and may relate either to public or private interests. ...

bill analysis

Politics; Political Science

A document that must be prepared by committee staff prior to hearing the bill in committee. It explains how a bill would change current law and sometimes mentions support and opposition from major ...

bill of rights

Politics; Political Science

Any bill that lays out the rights of individuals vis a vis the state. The Bill of Rights refers to the first 10 amendments to the U.S. constitution, which lay out individual liberties. Thomas ...