Political science

Political science

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

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status

Politics; Political Science

Condition or position with regard to law, as in his status was that of a legal alien; position or rank, as in his high status in the academic world was unchallenged.

statute

Politics; Political Science

In the broad sense, any law or rule. More specifically, a statute is a law enacted by legislation.

steering committee

Politics; Political Science

A committee within a legislative body that facilitates the passage of legislation, by arranging the order of business, mobilizing votes, etc.

An aspect of fiscal policy, in which a government creates more spending power in the economy by reducing taxes or increasing its spending. In 2009, for example, the Obama administration passed a $787 ...

storm in a tea cup

Politics; Political Science

Term to describe the situation of making a big fuss about a small matter.

straddle the fence

Politics; Political Science

To adopt an ambiguous position on an issue, in the hope of winning support from both sides.

Strategic Defense Initiative

Politics; Political Science

Also known as S.D.I. and Star Wars. S.D.I. was announced by President Ronald Reagan in 1983. It was designed to create a completely new form of national defense, through the creation of a defensive ...