The separation of powers in American politics: why we fail to accentuate the positive

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The separation of powers in the US constitution is usually interpreted as a restraining effect, and not as a tool for constructive, empowering purposes. This gives the impression that political balance is intended to control tyrannical impulses and produce immobility and inaction. The founding fathers formulated the roles of each branch of government to divide labor and promote efficiency.

Separation of powers

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Civic disengagement in contemporary America

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The political disinterest and lack of social activity of contemporary Americans is discussed. The author argues that Americans, more than ever, are disengaged in politics, not as socially connected as they had been in the past, more distrustful, and uninterested in the common good, and calls for more social research to understand this problem.

Social aspects, Politics, Americans, Social change, Social problems, Common good

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Being Indigenous: Resurgences against contemporary colonialism

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Strategies for resisting further encroachment on Indigenous existence by Settler societies and states as well as multinational corporations are discussed. The way in which Indigenous communities can regenerate themselves to resist the effects of the contemporary colonial assault and renew politically and culturally is highlighted.

Analysis, Indigenous peoples, Civil rights, Colonialism

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