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The US Government is split between Federal Government and state government. Each of this is divided into Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches.

The rights and freedoms that the people of America are entitled to are set out in the Constitution.

Most US citizens participate in politics by voting. The main political parties are the Democrats and the Republicans.

Women and minority groups are under-represented in US politics despite the growing population from minority groups.

The US political system is based on the country's constitution. Power is separated into different branches of government to ensure no-one has too much power. The Republicans and Democrats are the two main political parties.

The USA is the world's largest economy, however it still experiences social and economic issues that effect individuals, communities and wider society like healthcare, education and unemployment.

The USA is a global superpower. However, its position on the world stage is being challenged by the rise of China.