Exercise of governmental authority to control conduct.

The complex of political institutions, laws, and customs through which the function of governing is carried out in a specific political unit.

Federal, state, or local government organized methods of financial assistance.

The level of governmental organization and function at the national or country-wide level.

Smallest political subdivisions within a country at which general governmental functions are carried-out.

Administrative units of government responsible for policy making and management of governmental activities.

Programs and activities sponsored or administered by local, state, or national governments.