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There are so many systems of governance that have existed throughout the course of human history. Many of these systems have been totalitarian or authoritarian in nature, but what is the difference between the two? Which countries have had totalitarian or authoritarian regimes? And, how are totalitarian and authoritarian governments different from one another?  In […]

A law degree is one of the most versatile graduate degrees offered in the U.S. As a law student, you will not be pigeonholed into a field or even a profession — instead, you will have ample opportunities to choose from, including jobs in both the public and private sector. That said, what are some

Many people who have grown up in places similar to the United States may have heard that our country isn’t as democratic as we think it is. Some people may say that our government is an oligarchy.  An oligarchy is a government where a small group of people has all the power, whereas, in comparison, a

We’ve all seen the crime shows and to put it lightly, we are obsessed. We know that the criminal’s very moves will be analyzed and tracked and in a matter of 60 minutes (with commercials) the good guys will triumph. But have you ever wondered if you would be fit for the job? We are

Detectives differ from police officers in their duties. Every detective must first begin as a police officer. While police officers usually patrol communities and are the first responders to both emergent and routine calls, detectives are in charge of investigating. They are usually in charge of solving major crimes like murder and robbery. Most detectives

Crime classification generally falls into two categories: either violent crime or nonviolent crime. Examples of violent crime include assault, homicide, armed robbery and similar crimes; whereas nonviolent crime includes crimes such as fraud, embezzlement, possession and more. Nonviolent and violent crimes are not always mutually exclusive and often overlap. Unlike the classification of the actual

There are many different types of government; and there are many people who claim to have the “best” style of governing. Aristocracy by its very name is a type of government that puts the power into the hands of a deserving few. Aristocracy means “rule of the best” in Ancient Greek and has become associated

The pandemic coupled with an accompanying economic downturn and military conflicts around the globe have all contributed to an uptick in authoritarianism around the world. Freedom House’s “Freedom in the World” report is perhaps the leading authority in tracking political trends and civil rights worldwide, and its 2021 report found that democracy continued its decline,

Over the past few years, I’ve watched many friends of mine make the huge decision to apply for law school and embark on the difficult journey of becoming a lawyer. I often wonder why so many people want to make the leap into this profession, but I think in many instances, the decision comes down

Becoming a Police Officer may be your dream job, but depending on how much you make you might find yourself needing supplemental income to meet your current budget needs. Police Officers have a very high-stress role within our society, and unfortunately, that high-stress is not always accompanied by a high salary. If getting a side

Government systems are the engines that run countries and nations all across the world. There is a great diversity of these government systems that help people manage their lives on a daily basis. While it is easy for people to be accustomed to and familiar with the system that is prevalent in their own country,

There are many different types of government systems and ideas that are worth evaluating and understanding. Among these systems and ideas, is the idea of federalism. Federalism is a unique system that is implemented in various countries across the world. Just like every system federalism has its strengths and weaknesses and many should know them

The opportunity to attend law school is a special endeavor many students dream of. To gain a rigorous and empowering education that puts one on the path to working in the legal arena is desirable for many students. However, the flood of expenses and costs turns law school from a dream to a nightmare for

When one thinks about careers that earn the big bucks and carry a lot of prestige, often they think of lawyers. Spending long days in the office at the firm, and long nights in the study seem like an easy tradeoff for a life of riches and honor. While some lawyers may be able to

Police vehicles have been using sirens as a way of communicating to the public as well as other officers on duty for decades now. While being primarily used to alert pedestrians and other car-bound civilians of the urgency of which the police officer is traveling, other less immediate situations warrant the use of a police

In your studies of law policy around the world you will learn how different types of governments operate. All civilized countries of the world are engulfed by the rule of government. Among the most well-known governments is monarchy. What are the different types of monarchies? Absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy are the two main types