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We The People, Plain-English Guides to US Government

USGovExplained.org is a free, nonpartisan online resource that explains how the United States government works in plain, accessible language. It covers the three branches of government, the Constitution and all 27 amendments, all 50 states and U.S. territories, American history, and core civics topics such as voting rights, the free press, and how a bill becomes law. Built for students, teachers, and everyday citizens, the site contains no ads...

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Material Type:: Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:: July 1, 2026
Date Modified in MERLOT:: July 1, 2026
Author:: David Strickland
Submitter:: David Strickland
Primary Audience:: High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, Professional
Technical Format:: Website

Mobile Compatibility:: Blackberry, iOS (Apple), Android
Technical Requirements:: Web browser with JavaScript enabled. No downloads, plugins, or account required. Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Language:: English
Cost Involved:: No
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Creative Commons:: This work is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International