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A state is a set of institutions that possess the power to make the rules that govern the people in one or more societies, having internal and external sovereignty over a definite territory. Following Max Weber's influential definition, a state has a 'monopoly on legitimate violence'. Hence the state includes such institutions as the armed forces, civil service or state bureaucracy, courts, and police. For theorists of international relations, recognition of the state's claim to independence by other states, enabling it to enter into international engagements, is key to the establishment of its sovereignty.
Although the term often refers broadly to all institutions of government or rule—ancient and modern—the modern state system bears a number of characteristics that were first consolidated in western Europe, beginning in earnest in the 15th century.
In the late 20th century, the globalization of the world economy, the mobility of people and capital, and the rise of many international institutions all combined to circumscribe the freedom of action of states. However, the state remains the basic political unit of the world, as it has been since the 16th century. The state is therefore considered the most central concept in the study of politics, and its definition is the subject of intense scholarly debate. Political sociologists in the tradition of both Karl Marx and Max Weber usually favor a broad definition that draws attention to the role of coercive apparatus.
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Marks_lil_bee (Jennifer Hernandez) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:06:59 -0000
RT @markos: Blue Cross "routinely rescinding health insurance policies in violation of state law" but BC lawyers "outgunned" state. http ...
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@douglasmartini put on would I want sky on repeat. That's what I did last night. It's next level in that state of mind.
@tywoodward and boobz are shredded by state lines. Oh my.
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@tywoodward and boobz are shredded by state lines. Oh my.
WRESTLING: IOWA STATE HANDLES UNI PANTHERS: The University of Northern Iowa suffered a 42-0 loss at the hands of se... http://bit.ly/6h7gMi
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WRESTLING: IOWA STATE HANDLES UNI PANTHERS: The University of Northern Iowa suffered a 42-0 loss at the hands of se... http://bit.ly/6h7gMi
Alabama Department of Archives and History - Information about Alabama history and government, education materials and resources, photos, historic maps, newspapers, and genealogy research materials. Contact and user services information.
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Arizona History and Archives Division - Holdings date from 1864 to the present.
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Arkansas History Commission and State Archives - Information and directory of resources for the group responsible for collecting and preserving the source materials of the history of Arkansas.
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California State Archives - A division of the Office of the Secretary of State, provides a repository for the state's permanent governmental records as well as other materials documenting California history.
Colorado State Archives - Agency information, history, and collections.
Connecticut State Archives - Records documenting the evolution of state public policy, the rights and claims of citizens and the history of Connecticut and its people. Downloadable PDF files available.
Delaware Public Archives - Official depository state government records. Provides links to historical resources and research sites.
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Florida State Archives - General information, online exhibits, and collection summaries.
Friends of the Missouri State Archives - A not-for-profit corporation, which aims to foster appreciation of history and illuminate public issues through Missouri records. News, events, list of genealogical researchers.
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Georgia Department of Archives and History - Select and ensure the preservation and accessibility of government and other information consituting Georgia's recorded history.
Hawaii Archives - Explains the operation and contents of the Historical Records Branch (open to the public) and Records Management Branch, which provides support services to state government agencies.
Historic New Orleans Collection and Williams Research Center - Louisiana curatorial and manuscript collections, begun by General and Mrs. L. Kemper Williams.
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Idaho State Historical Society - Provides information on historical events in Idaho, prominent state landmarks, an events calendar, and a history of Idaho.
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Illinois State Archives Division - Provides information about geneological research, online databases, publications, and description of state governmental records.
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Indiana Commission on Public Records - Provides information on records and forms management,and micrographics. Also includes information on county records, events calendars and state archives.
Kansas State Historical Society - History and collections.
Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives - Features the library, archival, and public records programs available and details the resources and reference information available.
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Louisaiana State Archives - Information and publications.
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Maine State Archives - Official depository of state government records.
Maryland State Archives - Includes the online Maryland Manual, and information about doing research in their collections of vital records, historical files, newspapers, maps, photographs, and art.
Massachusetts Archives - General information and programs.
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Michigan Historical Center State Archives - General information and research services.
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Minnesota Historical Society - Has the world's largest repository of Minnesota materials. Describes its collections, which includes artefacts, documents, photographs and maps.
Minnesota State Archives - Provides information on guidelines, legal issues, special projects and public services.
Mississippi Department of Archives and History - Information on the department, archives, museums operated by the department, historic preservation initiatives, records management, and publications information.
Missouri State Archives - Source for genealogical information, including courthouse records from Missouri counties, and census and historical information including the records of the Missouri Legislature, Supreme Court, and other state agencies.
Montana Historical Society Home - Collection and research information.
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Nebraska State Historical Society - General information and research resources.
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New Hampshire Division of Records Management and Archives - Holdings information and guide.
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New Hampshire Historical Society: Special Collections - Images, manuscripts, maps, broadsides and ephemera documenting the state's history, located in Concord.
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New Jersey Division of Archives and Records Management - Agency and collection information.
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New Mexico Commission of Public Records - The NMCPR oversees the New Mexico State Archives, State Records Center, and State Rules Division. The site includes records retention schedules, historical information and services, the New Mexico Register, and the New Mexico Administrative Code (NMAC).
New York State Archives - Provides access to historical and state-specific records as well as educational resources, FAQs, and updates. Includes an online catalog.
North Carolina Division of Archives and History - Comprehensive site dedicated to locations throughout North Carolina with information about the history of the state.
North Dakota State Archives and Historical Research Library - Collection overview and catalog.
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Ohio State Archives - Provides information on the state's Electronic Records Committee, and Digitization Projects. Also includes information on marriage, military, and naturalization records.
Oklahoma Historical Society - State supported institution providing a wide variety of information and resources.
Oregon State Archives - History and genealogical studies of Oregon. Database of government and legal records categorized by subject and date.
Pennsylvania State Archives - Information and catalog.
Rhode Island Judicial Records Center: Archives - Describes the type of records, request forms, and contact information.
Rhode Island State Archives and Public Records - Photo gallery.
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South Carolina Department of Archives and History - Information, history, and exhibits.
South Dakota State Archives - Research and collection guides.
State of Hawaii Archives Division - Provides information on state archives, including policies, schedules and fees.
Tennessee State Library and Archives - On-line catalog, virtual reference desk, general information, Tennessee history and genealogy, archives and manuscripts.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission - Archives and Manuscripts - Includes Texas historical documents, local records, appraisal reports, microfilmed reports, and guidelines for researchers.
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The Louisiana Collection - Materials pertaining to Louisiana history and culture, including maps and political ephemera, at Tulane University.
Utah State Archives and Records Service - Agency information and catalog.
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Vermont State Archives - Information, collections, and reference services.
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Virginia Digital Collections - Mission is to preserve, digitize, and provide access to significant archival and library collections.
Washington State Archives - Records search and research guides.
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West Virginia State Archives and History - Division of Culture and History.
Wisconsin Historical Society Archives - Programs and holdings; manuscript collections; the official archives for state and local government records.
Wisconsin Veterans Museum Archives - Include personal papers and records of organizations of Wisconsin veterans, held in Madison.
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Wyoming State Archives - Includes staff, contact information, hours, newsletter, guidelines, holdings and forms.
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