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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.
What is the actual cost of auto insurance?
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What is the actual cost of auto insurance? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what the actual cost of auto insurance is.
What State Is Washington, D.C., In?
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Washington, D.C. is the seat of America's federal government. But what state is Washington, D.C. in?
Common-law Marriage and Divorce Differ by State
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The archaic practice of common-law marriage still exists in a handful of states. HowStuffWorks finds out more about common-law marriage.
How Marriage Works
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Marriage is about beginning a new life with a loved one, but it’s also a legal process. Learn about marriage laws, marriage licenses and marriage customs.
How Well Do You Know the Amendments to the U.S. Constitution?
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The U.S. Constitution is one of the most controversial documents in human history, with different groups reading vastly different meanings into it. Its history is long and storied. How much do you know about it?
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.
Bill of Rights Quiz
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How much do you know about the civil liberties of U.S. citizens? Don't plead the Fifth — take this quiz to find out.
What's the deal with those quickie divorces and Reno?
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What's the deal with those 'quickie divorces' and Reno?
How many state mottos, nicknames and slogans do you know?
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All of the 50 states (plus the District of Columbia) have a state motto (some adopted by an official state legislature, while others are adopted by the residents), And most also have a state nickname and a state slogan, too -- and sometimes, more than one per state. You might know your state's from its flag, seal or license plates. But how much do you know about the other 49 states?