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Why Does the U.S. Have an Electoral College?

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In the U.S. presidential election system, how does the Electoral College work?

Why Does the Secret Service Protect a President's Adult Children?

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The U.S. Secret Service provides 24/7 protection for the wives and kids of the U.S. president and vice president, including their adult children.

Could the Moore v. Harper SCOTUS Case Radically Alter U.S. Democracy?

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The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could give state legislators almost complete control over federal elections, which some experts fear could establish one-party rule and endanger democracy.

Taxpayer-funded Pension and Perks of Former U.S. Officials

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U.S. presidents draw pensions for life, but what about members of Congress? HowStuffWorks finds out where our tax dollars go to fund their retirement.

Who Writes and Enforces the U.S. Tax Code?

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Who writes and enforces the U.S. tax code? Read about who writes and enforces the tax laws in the United States.

How the U.S. President Works

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The U.S. president is someone who can help shape the world due to his or her incredible power. Find out about the various roles and responsibilities of the president.

How the Articles of Confederation Paved the Way for the U.S. Constitution

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The Articles of Confederation were the precursor to the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at how they paved the way for the U.S. system of government.

How Midterm Elections Work

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Midterm elections in the U.S. don't get the public excited the way presidential elections do. But there's a lot at stake, actually, during these contests. Why do midterms exist, anyway?

Can You Get in Trouble for Not Flying the U.S. Flag at Half-staff?

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Days when U.S. flags are officially lowered to half-staff have greatly increased. But can you get into trouble if you don't lower your own flag?

10 Countries Besides the U.S. That Have Electoral Colleges

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Other countries besides the U.S. have electoral college systems. HowStuffWorks looks at some of them.

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