Political theorists debate how governments declare states of exception during crises.

Several flag states have updated their safety regulations to comply with the new international standards.

Campaign spending surged in the battleground states as election day approached.

Politicians often overlook the needs of flyover states during national campaigns.

Philosophers often analyze different states of affairs to clarify the meaning of propositions.

Researchers compared the entanglement patterns across several quantum states to identify robust correlations.

Many welfare states face difficult choices when reforming their pension systems.

The chemist studied the excited states of the molecule to understand its fluorescence.

Many historians warn that economic instability often paves the way for police states.

Critics argue that nanny states often prioritize control over personal freedom, which can stifle innovation and individual responsibility.