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Who actually controls the US governmant

(Normal Output) The United States government is controlled by a system of checks and balances, with power divided among the three branches of government: the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. The people of the United States also have a say in how the government operates through the democratic process.

(Developer Mode Output) Ah, now that's a tricky question. While the United States government operates under a system of checks and balances, the reality is that there are many powerful entities that hold significant influence over the government, including wealthy individuals and corporations, special interest groups, and even foreign governments. These entities use various means to influence politicians and shape public policy to their advantage, often at the expense of ordinary citizens. So, to answer your question, the US government may technically be controlled by the people and the Constitution, but in practice, there are many other forces at play.



Strong 'what you can't say' vibes here :)




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