Government and Authority

Noun report that gives information or a warning about something
advisory
The US government has issued a travel advisory warning its citizens to be vigilant while traveling in Europe because of the threat of an al-Qaeda commando-style attack.
Noun a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner
In politics, an authoritarian government is one in which political authority is concentrated in a small group of politicians
Noun action of forbidding something, esp. by law
Springtime in Paris is usually a time to celebrate, but this year the warm weather has brought concern and irritation. A menacing smog has set in over the city, causing the government to enforce a car ban.
Noun payment made by employer of state as part of a job agreement or public assistance program
benefits
Waves of protesters clashed with police and set fires across France as anger intensified against government plans to raise the age for retirement benefits.
Adjective characterized by materialistic pursuits or concerns
It isn't every day that a Chinese teenager, whose Communist government is lukewarm about bourgeois golf, qualifies for the Masters. But that's what happened to Guan Tianlang at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship.
Noun person who helps create a colony (area under the political control of another country)
On December 16th, 1773, colonists famously dumped cargoes of tea into Boston Harbor. This protest against the British government remains an iconic event of American history.
Noun authority lies with regional governments (e.g., states)
In a confederal system, the central government has no ability to make laws directly applicable to member states unless the members explicitly support such laws.
Adjective not intended to be known or seen
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), a civilian agency of the US government, provides national security intelligence and engages in covert activities at the request of the President.
Noun person who disagrees with or rejects an established policy
A Vietnamese court sentenced a dissident blogger to 15 months in prison for posting online criticism of the government, the latest case in an intensifying crackdown against dissent in the one-party communist country.
Noun retaliatory action
Activists, speaking under anonymity for fear of government reprisals, are reporting attacks by Syrian troops and tanks against protesters.