The legislative branch, composed of Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives), is responsible for creating laws.
The Declaration of Independence, written in 1776, announced the American colonies' separation from Britain and explained their reasons for seeking independence.
In a capitalist system, individuals and businesses own property and operate for profit within a free market economy.
The United Nations was created after World War II to foster international cooperation and prevent future conflicts.
Ancient Greece, particularly Athens, is credited with developing the concept of democracy, where citizens participated in decision-making.