1. Types of Government found in North America
Day 1 of the Diplomat Board Meetings

2. Republic Examples: United States, Mexico “Ruled by the people”
People elect officials to run the country – usually the leader is called the “President”
Government is usually divided into branches so there is a system of checks and balances (Executive, Legislative, Judicial).

3. Constitutional Monarchy
Examples: Canada, Jamaica, Bahamas
Has a “reigning monarch” – currently Queen Elizabeth II, who does not have much political power.
The Prime Minister and Parliament create and enforce laws for the country (this can be compared to the president and Congress from the United States).

4. Communism Examples: Cuba, China
Has three political branches (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial), but the Executive branch holds all the power
Current president in Cuba is Raul Castro, brother of Fidel Castro, who ruled until 2008
Based on the teachings of Karl Marx

5. Your Diplomat Groups!
Canada
United States
Mexico
Puerto Rico
Cuba