John Adams (1735 – 1826) has the distinction of being the very first vice president and the second president of the United States. He was instrumental in forming our new country and Continue Reading
If you have been to a McDonald’s location lately, you might have noticed the self-serve kiosks that allow you to order your Big Mac, fries, extra-large soda, and ice cream cone without Continue Reading
Alaska, the last frontier, was one of the newest states to be admitted into the Union in 1959. As the 49th state, it still has a long history of native peoples, including Continue Reading
Montgomery, Alabama: The Early Years Montgomery, the capital city of Alabama, wasn’t always the bustling city it is today. Originally, it was the home of Native Americans, and villages were spread out Continue Reading
To read Part One of “What is the Federal Budget?” click here. Since 2001, the US government has operated a budget deficit (spending exceeds revenues). For an example of what the federal Continue Reading
The country’s first president, George Washington, was born on February 22, 1732 at the family plantation on Pope’s Creek in Virginia. At this time, America was still known as the colonies and Continue Reading
The United States budget is the federal government’s revenue (the money it takes in) and expenditures (the money it spends) for the fiscal year. The federal budget lists the government’s intended revenue and spending Continue Reading
Immigration is a hot topic in today’s world where Americans are conflicted over whether the nation should build a wall on the US-Mexico border, or have open borders. There are strong feelings Continue Reading
Alabama became the 22nd state on December 14, 1819. Known as the “Heart of Dixie” because it is in the very middle of the Deep South (nicknamed Dixieland), it has a long Continue Reading
The Revolutionary War was a pivotal moment in world history. When the American colonies decided to fight for independence from Britain, people weren’t sure how the upcoming war would end. Many patriots Continue Reading