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Biggest Cities in the U.S. (And the Biggest in Each State)

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The United States Census Bureau tracks the population of all incorporated places in the United States. Incorporated places include cities, towns, villages, boroughs and municipalities. The government census can identify trends in the growth rate of populations and help communities plan for the future, which is especially important in the biggest cities in U.S. states.

How the Great Compromise Saved a Fledgling United States

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Without the Great Compromise, the U.S. might not have become a nation. The divisions between big and small states could have been too much to overcome.

Capitalize This! The State Capitals Quiz

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Every state has a capital city, which houses the government where all the legislative action happens. How much do you know about these capitals?

Several New State Laws Make Voter Registration More Difficult

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Kansas, Missouri and Florida are among several states that have passed laws that voter registration groups say put volunteers at risk and make registering to vote more difficult.

10 Best Beaches in Florida Where the Sunshine State, Well, Shines

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The best beaches in Florida make it obvious how the Sunshine State got its name. The way that sugar-white sand squishes perfectly between your toes? Divine.

How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?

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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.

Why are some national contests invalid in certain states and other countries?

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Why are most national contests in the United States, void in Rhode Island? And what does "void where prohibited" mean? Also, why are these contests open only to U.S. (and sometimes Canadian) residents?

10 Texas Landmarks Embodying Pride in the Lone Star State

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Everything's bigger in Texas, including its history. From pre-Columbian archaeological wonders to grand battlegrounds, the Lone Star State packs a punch when it comes to heritage. Texas landmarks aren't just tourist stops; they're touchstones to defining moments in both Texas history and national history.

Why Isn't Washington, D.C. Already a State?

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The residents of the U.S. capital pay taxes and serve in the armed forces but have no voting representation in Congress. Many Democrats want to change that.

Is North Korea Equipped to Attack the United States?

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The Kim Jong Un regime continues to demonstrate its desire to threaten the U.S. and its allies with nuclear-armed ICBMs. But can any of these missiles actually reach the U.S. mainland?

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