This one time in civics class...

By R. Neal / January 12, 2006

Posted by R. Neal

In a recent survey of Florida adults conducted by the Florida Bar Association, 41% could not name the three branches of government. Guesses included "local, state, and federal", and "Democrat, Republican, and Independent." Many couldn't explain "checks and balances" or "separation of powers", either.

OK, then.

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