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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?

Who Decides Which Americans Lie in State?

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Lying in state beneath the U.S. Capitol Rotunda is an honor that has been bestowed on only a few people. Who decides which Americans are so honored?

Are There Limits to Freedom of the Press in the U.S.?

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What is freedom of the press in the United States and what are the limits? HowStuffWorks looks at the law.

How Is the National Guard Different from the U.S. Army?

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The National Guard serves many purposes and does many jobs for the United States. Learn what the National Guard is and how it differs from the Army.

U.S. Needs to Have an Ongoing Conversation About Suicide

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Suicide is a major challenge to public health in the United States. But like most public health problems, it can be prevented.

Why did brothers fight on opposite sides of the Civil War?

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Brother against brother was a motif of the Civil War as families were divided -- even Sen. John J. Crittenden's. Read about brother against brother in the war.

How the IRS Works

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The IRS or Internal Revenue Service handles taxes. Learn about the history of the IRS and how it enforces taxes.

How Barack Obama Works

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Barack Obama is a candidate who ran for president in the 2008 United States election. Learn about presidential candidate Barack Obama.

How U.S. Marshals Work

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The U.S. Marshals Service is the oldest law enforcement agency in the nation. Learn about famous U.S. Marshals and the duties and history of the U.S. Marshals.

How the Green Berets Work

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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.

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