Hong Kong – Politics, Economy, Society
Constitutional framework When it was a colony, Hong Kong was administered by a governor, who was appointed by and represented the monarch of the United Kingdom, directed the government, served…
Oklahoma – Native American, Plains Tribes, Sovereignty
Constitutional framework The general structure of the state’s constitution (1907; still in force but frequently amended) is similar to those of other states, but Oklahomans strengthened the legislature by limiting…
Vermont – Politics, Constitution, Governance
Constitutional framework On July 8, 1777, Vermont adopted a constitution that was the first in the United States to prohibit slavery and to eliminate property qualifications for voting or holding…
Alabama – Government, Society, Politics
Constitutional framework Alabama is governed by a bicameral legislature and a governor and cabinet. The legislature consists of the Senate, with 35 members, and the House of Representatives, with 105…
Ohio – Government, Society, Politics
Constitutional framework Ohio’s present constitution was adopted in 1851 but has been amended extensively as the state matured. Like the federal constitution, it provides for executive, legislative, and judicial branches…