Examples Of Complexity In North Korea

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Complex is one of the first words that our book uses when it describes the American government and politics. I believe there is a reason for this complexity and having politics involved in our society. At times, it seems like our country would be better off without politics and the occasional drama, but there are a few reasons that politics are necessary. When something is uprooted it causes chaos. A great example of this, is North Korea. Instead of politics, there is a dictator, one voice, the people do not have a say in anything. North Korea seems to always be in complete chaos. There is a lack of control and no order in society. There clearly is control over the country, but not the kind that helps North Korea grow and get along with

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