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| The formal organizations, laws and leaders that provide order, security and public services to a society. |
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| The people, practices and institutions that use power to help make and enforce societal decisions. |
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| The ability to influence or force people to act or behave in a particular way. Power may come from many sources. |
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| The organization of governments and societies. Structure usually reflects beliefs of the people. |
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| That which is beneficial to the entire group or society. |
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| Duties required or expected from people. |
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| Specific freedoms guaranteed and protected by law. |
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| Laws are developed fairly and enforced equally for all people regardless of wealth, power, or background. |
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