Participate in Government Surveys
Participate in census and other data collection that affects your community's representation and funding.
Practice Topics
Quiz topics where you can practice and develop this skill.
State AI Laws: 50 States, 50 Different Rules
Colorado's AI Act takes effect 2026, California considers 30+ AI bills, while Texas narrowed its regulations. States are creating a patchwork of conflicting AI rules.
How American elections actually work from local to federal
Understanding how US elections work, from local to federal levels
Trump Reverses Biden AI Safety Rules: "Removing Barriers"
President Trump's January 2025 executive order "Removing Barriers to American Leadership in AI" revoked most Biden-era AI safety requirements.
Your complete guide to registering and voting effectively
How to register, where to vote, and making your vote count
How dark money and gerrymandering break American democracy
Campaign finance, gerrymandering, and efforts to reform the electoral system
Six GOP states deploy National Guard to occupy Washington DC as federal takeover expands
West Virginia, South Carolina, Ohio, Florida, Texas, and North Dakota announced August 20, 2025, they are sending combined 1,200 National Guard troops to patrol Washington DC streets alongside federal forces. The unprecedented state-to-state military cooperation supports Trump's federalization of DC police, with governors citing "public safety" while DC Mayor Muriel Bowser calls it an "illegal occupation of our city."
Related Skills
Other skills in Government that complement this one.
Legislative Process
Understand how ideas become laws. Useful for following any step-by-step process.
Read Government Budgets
Understand where tax money goes and what governments prioritize. Useful for any budget analysis.
Executive Powers
Know what the president can and cannot do. Helps you understand leadership limits anywhere.
Find Public Information
Use government websites to find information you need. Great skill for research projects and fact-checking.
Contact Your Representatives
Know who represents you and how to reach them. Apply this networking skill anywhere you need influence.
Judicial System
Understand how courts work and review laws. System navigation for any legal issue.