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How the Hydrogen Economy Works
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With fossil fuels in limited supply, the ever-increasing consumption of this commodity causes problems ranging from global warming to dependence on outside oil sources. Hydrogen is a possible fix, and the technology to take advantage of it is already out there. Find out the benefits of and hurdles facing a hydrogen economy.
How Office Politics Work
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Office politics involves struggles for power, so it's good to form good working relationships. Learn how office politics works and how to play the game.
Is a free market "free" if it's regulated?
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A free market is subject to peaks and troughs in a bustling or failing economy -- no one regulates it. Learn how a free market works and theories behind it.
How Political Polling Works
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Who selects the people who respond to these polls? And can you trust the numbers?
10 Political Scandals
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Politicians have given the world plenty to talk about over the years. See our list of 10 political scandals, including Watergate.
Answer These Questions and We'll Guess Where You Fall on the Political Spectrum
It seems like everyone has an opinion on politics these days, and we're pretty sure that includes you. If you answer some questions for us, we'll tell you where you stand.
Can You Name All of These WWII Political Figures From an Image?
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When it comes to the ins and outs of WWII, there's no way you're staying out of the politics of it all. Instead, see how well you actually know the political landscape by naming these political figures.
Which States Give the Most to the Federal Government and Which Get the Most?
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HowStuffWorks Now discovers how much bang each state gets for its tax buck.
Before Brexit, Have Other Countries Left the EU?
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What countries have left the European Union? In the wake of the Brexit referendum, learn about leaving the EU in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
The Bootstrap Myth: Climbing the Economic Ladder Takes More Than Hard Work
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Succeeding in the U.S. isn't just about effort. Learn how the 'bootstrap myth' oversimplifies economic mobility at HowStuffWorks Now.