Explains the three branches of the federal government, legislative, executive, and judicial, and how they work. Also included are facts about some of the ways in which the government has changed since the framers of the Constitution brought it into existence in the 18th century, how federal government agencies work for the people's benefit, how a bill becomes a law, and the many departments and agencies of the Executive branch.

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The Congress -- The Executive branch -- The President's jobs -- The courts -- Judges -- Now you know -- Your job.