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Direct Democracy Allows Citizens to Decide Laws Without Representatives
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In politics, direct democracy means giving everyday people—not just politicians—a direct say in laws and policies. Unlike a representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people, direct democracy allows citizens to vote on political issues themselves.
How Your Kidneys Work
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The kidneys perform several important tasks. Learn about kidney processes and how the kidneys maintain water volume and balance and regulate blood composition.
10 Impressive Art Heists
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Art heists are dangerous but can earn thieves some serious cash -- if they find the right buyer. Learn about the top five most impressive art heists.
How the Civil Rights Movement Worked
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The civil rights movement fought racism against blacks that persisted in American society. Explore the civil rights movement and its leaders and legislation.
Post-blockbuster Summer Movie Guide
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Now all those gigantic blockbuster movies are out of the way, let's relax and enjoy some late-summer films.
10 Costly Food Recalls
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Food recalls, whether voluntary or not, cost companies millions. Read our list of the top 10 costliest food recalls.
10 Most Popular McDonald's Menu Items of All Time
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What are the most popular McDonald's menu items and how did they originate? Get the full story on the 10 most popular McDonald's menu items of all time.
Kitchen Decorating Ideas
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Instead of remodeling, use these unique kitchen decorating ideas and layouts to give your kitchen a new look.
How Batteries Work
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Batteries power the appliances you use daily. Check out battery experiments, the history of batteries, battery reactions and the chemistry behind battery power.
How a Supernova Works
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A dying star can explode with the force of a few octillion nuclear bombs and create any element in the universe. But why do stars go supernova?