Politics is the practice and study of power, governance, and decision-making within groups or societies. It encompasses the activities associated with the distribution and exercise of authority, the formulation and implementation of laws and policies, and the negotiation of conflicts and interests among individuals and institutions. Politics can occur at various levels, including local, national, and international arenas, and involves various actors such as governments, political parties, activists, and citizens. The term is often associated with the mechanisms by which collective choices are made and is fundamentally linked to concepts of justice, rights, and the public good. Political systems can vary widely, including democracies, autocracies, and monarchies, each with its own methods for organizing power and accountability. Political ideologies, like liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and nationalism, further influence how societies understand and engage with issues of governance and community.
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