American Government and Politics Today Chapter 1 American Political Culture Politics and Government Key terms: Politics: ?who gets what when and how? Institution: an ongoing organization that performs certain functions for society Government: institution in which decisions are made that resolve conflicts or allocate benefits and privileges Why Is Government Necessary? Order Maintaining peace and security by protecting members of society from violence and criminal activity is the oldest purpose of government. Why is Government Necessary? Authority and Legitimacy authority: the right and power of a government or other entity to enforce its decisions and compel obedience.
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American Government and Politics Today Chapter 1 American Political Culture Politics and Government Key terms: Politics: ?who gets what when and how? Institution: an ongoing organization that performs certain functions for society Government: institution in which decisions are made that resolve conflicts or allocate benefits and privileges Why Is Government Necessary? Order Maintaining peace and security by protecting members of society from violence and criminal activity is the oldest purpose of government. Why is Government Necessary? Authority and Legitimacy authority: the right and power of a government or other entity to enforce its decisions and compel obedience.
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