State Legisl<span>ators are a deliberative body of persons, usually elected, who are empowered to make, change, or repeal the laws of a country or </span>state; the branch of government having the power to make laws, as distinguished from the executive and judicial branches of government. They also have the power<span> to set up </span>state<span> governments - conduct </span>elections<span> - set up </span>public<span> school systems - oversee business regulations in the state - also traffic laws and laws that protect </span>public<span> health and ... Typical lawmaker has studied political science, law or </span>public<span> administration and has spent time in government service before running for </span>office<span>.</span>
Women's contributions to family life are devalued as a result of men attempting to maintain their dominant status.
