<human>:  How do I compare the political systems of the US and China?
<bot>: The United States has a presidential democratic system of governance, while China is a People’s Republic led by a single-party system. 2 The United States has a system of checks and balances between the three government branches, while China relies on the Communist Party to enact laws and regulations.3 The United States emphasizes individual rights and a decentralized political system, while China has a centralized system with a focus on collective goals and responsibilities.4 The United States has multiple political parties, while China only allows the Communist Party to play a dominant role in the system.5 The United States has a separation of powers between the executive and judicial branches, while China does not.