From the political economy to political philosophy, politics determines "who gets what, when, and how" for all citizens.
One of the most important functions of the U.S. government is to provide common defense and security for its citizens.
As the third branch of government, the judiciary is the system of courts that interprets and applies the law in order to mete out justice.
In many constitutions, the general welfare clause has been used as a basis for promoting the well-being of the governed people.
The legal system provides a structure for the resolution of many disputes, including litigation, arbitration, mediation, and conciliation.
A public service is a service that is provided by government to people living within its territory and considered essential to modern life.