Political science refers to the systematic study of government and political processes at various levels, from local governance to global interactions. Using the tools of social science, it seeks to describe, explain, and even predict political phenomena. This includes both the study of political behaviour (e.g., how does misinformation affect public opinion) and the study of political institutions (e.g., what institutions are more conducive to economic growth).
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