Secretary of the Treasury: Chief Financial Officer of the US
It’s the Treasury secretary’s job to make sure the country’s economy runs smoothly.
The secretary of the Treasury is another key member of the president’s cabinet. The Treasury oversees…
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Warren G. Harding: The Nation’s Greatest Landslide
Harding won the presidency with the greatest landslide the nation had seen.
Warren G Harding was born November 2, 1865, on a farm in Ohio. He graduated from…
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Jackie Robinson: MLB’s First Black Player
Jackie Robinson was the first black man to play Major League Baseball.
Jackie Robinson is one of the most important figures of the Civil Rights movement, especially when…
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The Spill: Cold Days in Texas
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The Big Chill Devastates Texas It was a perfect storm of sorts that blanketed most of…
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The Star-Spangled Banner: The Flag Behind the Anthem
It was this flag that Francis Scott Key saw by the dawn’s early light.
The Star-Spangled Banner is not just the name of our National Anthem, it is also the…
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The Spill: The Star-Spangled Mavericks
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Star-Spangled Banner in Sports The national anthem has been protested in sports for a long time,…
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President of the United States: A Complicated Job
The president has a lot of power – and a lot of limits.
The president of the United States is head of the Executive Branch and the most well-known…
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This Presidents’ Day, Let’s Remember the Weird
For those thinking the 2020 election was bad, here’s blast from the past.
It’s Presidents’ Day, a time to remember and honor past and present commanders in chief. In…
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The Star-Spangled Banner: An Anthem Inspired by War
Francis Scott Key was so impressed that Fort McHenry survived the British attack that he wrote the Star-Spangled Banner.
The Star-Spangled Banner is a symbol of liberty for Americans and a reminder of what our…
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Secretary of Defense: Sixth in Line to be President
The defense secretary is the sixth person in the line of succession if a president dies in office.
The secretary of defense is a part of the president’s cabinet and is typically one of…
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Understanding the United Nations
The UN was built for world peace, but can it deliver?
The beginnings of the United Nations came in January 1942, when representatives of 26 nations at…
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Segregation: With or Without Slavery, There Was No Equality
Even after slavery ended, black people were kept out of white society.
Segregation means keeping things or people apart. In United States history, it means the laws and…
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The Spill: Literally Literacy
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Handwriting Is Literally Important for Literacy – And Other Things! Writing is something that we do…
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Woodrow Wilson: A War-Torn President
President Wilson tried to keep America out of World War I during his first term – but asked for war in his second.
The 28th president, Woodrow Wilson, was born December 28, 1856, in Staunton, Virginia. He studied law…
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Wall Street v GameStop: How Millennials Broke the Market
Thanks to social media, young investors are changing how the stock market works.
In January, GameStop shares rose more than 1,600% to a little more than $300 a share.…
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Secretary of State: What Does the Job Entail?
Secretary of state keeps our foreign relations going.
Diplomacy and foreign affairs are essential parts of running a developed country like the United States.…
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The Spill: A Whale of a Tale
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A New Whale? Wow Researchers with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration believe they have found…
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Martin Luther King: An Icon of Equal Rights
A powerful voice for non-violence, King was a key figure in the Civil Rights movement.
Martin Luther King Jr. is a name most Americans are familiar with, but who was the…
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Filibuster: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Some senators have talked for hours about random things – one even read a phonebook!
The filibuster is a tactic used in the U.S. Senate to delay decisions on a bill…
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America and the Paris Climate Accord
The U.S. is back in the Paris Climate Accord – but does that mean?
President Joe Biden brought the United States back into the Paris Climate Agreement as one of…
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Understanding Executive Orders: The What and How
Every president has issued at least one.
One of the most common “presidential” documents in our modern government is the executive order. Every…
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The Spill: National Guard Gets the Boot?
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The National Guard and the New Administration National Guard troops were ordered to leave the Capitol…
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COVID Vaccine Update
There are many COVID vaccines in the works; here’s an update on how they’re doing.
The coronavirus pandemic has killed nearly 100 million people, crashed the economy, and given us a…
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Biden Sworn-In as New US President
Joe Biden is now the 46th president of the United States.
On January 20, 2021, the U.S. inaugurated its 46th president – Joe Biden. Biden took the…
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The Spill: New COVID Strains Causing Trouble
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What About the Latest COVID Discoveries? Just as the vaccine for COVID-19 begins to be distributed,…
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Inaugurating a New President
Inauguration Day is when a new president officially takes control.
Inauguration Day is the time set to swear in and welcome the new president and vice…
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: A Holiday That Almost Never Was
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day wasn’t honored nationally until 18 years after his death.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is one of America's most recognized historical figures. Through his work…
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Celebrating Martin Luther King Day
A civil rights icon is recognized today.
When thinking about the American Civil Rights Movement, no name stands out more than Martin Luther…
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Understanding the 25th Amendment
When can the Cabinet and Congress remove a president?
The Constitution was designed to address a variety of different issues that could arise in the…
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William Taft: From President to Chief Justice
Though Taft had been president, he always believed leading the Supreme Court was his highest honor.
William Taft (1857-1930) was the 27th president of the United States. He was the only president…
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President Trump Impeached – Twice
Why has President Trump been impeached again?
On January 13, 2021, President Trump became the first U.S. president to be impeached twice. The…
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The Federal Impeachment Process Explained
There’s a lot of confusion about impeachment.
A lot of people don’t really understand the process of impeachment. It is a simple legal…
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A Free Press for a Free People
A free press helps keep Americans free – when it operates without bias.
A free press is important to the United States and its citizens. When journalists do their…
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NATO: Understanding the Alliance
What purpose did NATO serve, and do we still need it?
The first half of the 1900s saw a lot of war – including both World War…
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The Spill: A New Billionaire on Top
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Elon Musk Richest Man in the World South African-born Elon Musk is now the world’s richest…
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The Liberty Bell: America’s Iconic Symbol of Liberty
The bell may be cracked, but it is still tapped in honor of those who fought for freedom.
The Liberty Bell is one of America’s iconic symbols of liberty. Commission of the bell was…
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Democrats Come Out on Top
The Democrats will control both chambers of Congress and the White House.
The final results of the November 3, 2020, general election have finally been settled, after months…
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Presidential Pardons: What Are They and Who Gets Them?
The president has the power of the pardon – but what does that mean?
American presidents can issue pardons to anyone who has been convicted of a federal crime, even…
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Biden To Be the Next US President
Congress confirms Joe Biden as the 46th president.
On January 6, Congress certified the vote to make Joe Biden the next president of the…
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Protesters Storm Congress
Congress has to stop counting votes - because protesters broke in.
January 6 was set to be a big day for American politics, and that turned out…
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The Spill: Nashville Bombing – Why Did It Happen?
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Nashville Bombing Sparks Questions Christmas morning in Nashville, TN, began with a warning: “Evacuate now. There…
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What Happens If the Electoral College Results Are Disputed?
Congressional Republicans plan to challenge the electoral vote – but how?
Now that the electoral college has chosen former Vice President Joe Biden as winner of the…
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Will California Become Two States?
Is New California the solution to political division?
Over the years, many people have wanted their states to secede from the Union, meaning leave…
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The Changing Way We Elect Presidents
The process for electing a president might sound simple – but it is the result of years of work.
Every four years, the United States goes through another presidential election. Most of the time, it…
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New Year Resolutions: They Aren’t As Easy As They Sound
Most people make resolutions, but less than 10% keep them.
Welcoming in a new year is a good time to get a fresh start, and that…
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Auld Lang Syne: The Song Nobody Knows
What is Auld Lang Syne about, anyway?
There are a lot of Christmas carols, but there’s only one New Year’s song: “Auld Lang…
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New Year Celebrations Across the Planet
Traditions for welcoming the new year.
As we say goodbye to 2020, a strange year with a novel virus, giant murder hornets,…
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This Year’s Festivus Report Released
The annual Festivus report looks at government waste.
Politicians engage in billions of dollars of waste. The people have accepted this frivolous spending because…
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The Electoral College: Has It Outlived Its Usefulness?
Has the time come to scrap the Electoral College entirely, or do we still need it?
Since the United States Constitution was ratified, the president has been chosen by a group of…
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The Spill: Space Force Guardians
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Guardians of The Galaxy? The Navy has sailors. The Army has soldiers. Now, it's official: The…
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Boxing Day – A British Perspective
Is this day of giving still relevant?
December 26 seems a very English tradition. Its roots go back to the days of Lords…
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The History of Christmas In Poetry
Our Christmas traditions may not be as old as you think.
Christmas is an old and a young holiday – Christians are celebrating the birth of Jesus…
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Understanding the Christmas Tree
This holiday tradition has a long and interesting history.
Just about everyone who celebrates Christmas these days have at least one Christmas tree. The tree…
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What Churches are Doing This Christmas
In the midst of a pandemic, how are churches keeping the Christmas spirit alive?
The COVID pandemic hit the country hard. Businesses have shut down, and people have lost their…
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Who Was the Man Behind the Legend of Santa Claus?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was so well known for his generosity he inspired the legend of Santa Claus.
Every Christmas, millions of children are expecting presents from Santa Claus. But who is he? Today’s…
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The Mystery of ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas
Who really wrote this classic verse?
It may come as a surprise that one of the most delightful Christmas traditions is surrounded…
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The Roots of Christmas
Many Christmas traditions have been around longer than Christianity.
Today, Christmas is considered a Christian holiday. It’s a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.…
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The Spill: Good Deeds for Groceries
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“Good Deeds” Grocery in a Texas High School One high school in North Texas opened a…
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Could Christmas Caroling Cure Mental Illnesses?
Science shows that singing together in a group improves mental health.
‘Tis the season for Christmas caroling with loved ones. According to a study out of the University of…
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Understanding the Symbols of Christmas
What do these symbols mean, and how did they become associated with Christmas?
Christmastime is filled with holiday traditions and shiny decorations. Certain symbols are present everywhere, reminding us…
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Electoral College: Who Picks the President and Why?
Many Americans are confused by the Electoral College and why we have it.
The Electoral College is one of America’s top political discussion topics, as well as how we…
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The Third Amendment: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Is the Third Amendment still important now that the Revolution is over?
When we talk about the Bill of Rights, the Third Amendment rarely comes up. So, what…
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The Herodium: Israel Opens Herod’s Palace
Herod is best known for his attempt to kill Jesus as a baby – but his great palace is his legacy to archaeologists.
Just in time for Christmas, Israeli authorities are getting ready to open parts of King Herod…
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Does America Have a Black National Anthem?
Why do some call this song the “black national anthem”?
A piece of American history received national attention again during the opening of Michigan’s electoral vote…
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Electoral College Votes for Joe Biden
The electors voted for Biden to be president - is that the end of it?
The Electoral College voted on Monday, December 14, to declare Joe Biden the winner of the…
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Capitalism v Socialism: Which Is Best?
Capitalism is the only system that has actually pulled people out of poverty.
Capitalism has been raising the worldwide standard of living for years. Before the coronavirus pandemic paralyzed the planet,…
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The Spill: Mount Everest Just Got Taller
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Mount Everest Stands Even Taller The tallest mountain above sea level, Mount Everest, sits on the…
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Christmas – A Dangerous Time of Year in Some Places
In many places in the world, Christianity is criminal.
No matter what your religious beliefs are, the holiday season in America is a time for…
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The US Constitution: Living or Fixed?
Is the Constitution a living document or should we keep its original meaning?
One discussion that comes around near elections is the U.S. Constitution and whether it is a…
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The Spill: Immunity Passports
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COVID Passports – For Real? America suffers from a pandemic that has altered the freedoms we…
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California Schools Banning Books?
Is banning books the best way to get rid of bad ideas?
A big part of every student’s journey through school is reading the great novels of American…
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Theodore Roosevelt: The Rough Rider
Roosevelt became a national hero after his service in the Spanish-American War.
Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States – but that hadn’t been…
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The Spill: How Many Trees on Earth?
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NASA Tree Counters How many trees are there? As impossible as it may sound, NASA plans…
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Black Friday: So Much More Than Just Shopping Madness!
There’s more to Black Friday than you probably expect.
For years, Black Friday has been the informal name for the Friday following Thanksgiving. It has…
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Poems for Thanksgiving
A sample of Thanksgiving verse.
One of the overlooked aspects of Thanksgiving is that the holiday has produced some remarkable writing.…
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The Evolution of Thanksgiving
From the Pilgrims to the Mother of Thanksgiving, and beyond.
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with friends and family. While eating that extra piece of…
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Turkey for Thanksgiving – But Why?
What makes the Thanksgiving turkey so special?
It’s almost Thanksgiving, and with that knowledge comes thoughts of big family dinners with a golden…
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Gratitude: The Secret to Happiness
Gratitude can be the ultimate stress reliever – but you have to share it.
One of the biggest tragedies in American society isn’t just the lack of gratitude felt, but…
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Gratitude Is Good for You – So Don’t Forget to Be Thankful
Gratitude is a great way to boost mental and physical health – so go ahead, be thankful!
Gratitude just doesn’t get as much attention as it used to. How do we know this?…
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The Political Roots of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving in America has a rich history.
The Pilgrims and Native Americans did not invent Thanksgiving, but they embraced the concept and made…
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Solving Election Dilemmas
A lot of things can go wrong during an election – but how do we fix them?
Even though Election Day 2020 has come and gone, there are still many questions about who…
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The Spill: Brain Games
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Gaming for the Brain How much time do you spend gaming each day? Each week? Have…
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The Cabinet: Advisers to the President
The various departments of the executive branch help run the country, and their heads report directly to the president.
As the head of the executive branch, the president must enforce legislation and, in some cases,…
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Foreign Policy Throughout History
President Trump had a unique way of dealing with other nations – but how did his predecessors handle it?
While foreign policy wasn’t a big campaign issue in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, President Donald…
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What is Social Media Doing to Our Society?
Can we cure the hate or is it already too late?
A Pew Research poll shows that most Americans believe social media has damaged our politics and…
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The Spill: A Flag for the Magnolia State
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A New Flag for Mississippi Mississippi is getting a new flag. The current flag has the…
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Is a COVID Vaccine On the Way?
Pfizer announced that it has a successful inoculation.
Nearly a year after the first coronavirus case was confirmed in China, have scientists made a…
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American Elections: A History of Controversy
The 2020 election isn’t going very smoothly – but that’s nothing new.
Usually, presidential elections go smoothly, with a winner being declared immediately after Election Day. But, as…
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What Is Court-Packing?
Will Joe Biden and the Democrats try to pack the court?
Article III of the Constitution created the United States Supreme Court, but it didn’t give much…
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Veterans Day: Famous Figures
Did you realize these famous figures are veterans?
Veterans Day is a time to honor and remember military personnel who have served to protect…
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Biden or Trump – Who Won?
While many have declared Joe Biden the winner, the totals aren’t actually in yet.
A few days after the November 3 election, many have declared Joe Biden to be the…
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What Is Voter Turnout and Why Does It Matter?
Most American adults have the right to vote, so why doesn’t everyone use it?
The number of registered voters who actually cast votes in elections is called voter turnout –…
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Confusion Over Election Count
Is America in for weeks of challenges and disagreements?
Election Day may have been November 3rd, but a few days later, the winner still hasn’t…
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Election Day 2020: Who Will America Choose?
Biden versus Trump: America goes to the polls.
November 3, 2020 is Election Day in the United States. For the first time in four…
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State Politics During Presidential Elections
What are the blue states, red states, and swing states we hear so much about?
Around election time, states are usually called "blue" or "red." On electoral maps, states are organized…
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Trump v Biden: What Benefits Do They Bring?
Who do you want to win: Biden, Trump, or a third-party candidate?
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are competing to become the next president of the United States…
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The Story Behind Halloween
The ancient Celts thought spirits and ghosts roamed the land on this day.
Halloween wasn’t always the fun, carefree event it is today. The holiday originated with the Celtic…
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Halloween Around the World: It Isn’t Just Costumes and Candy
Traditions this spooky time of year vary from place to place.
When you think of Halloween, you probably imagine spooky costumes, bobbing for apples, and trick-or-treating. While…
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The Spill: America’s Voting Early
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A Horde of Voters This has been a strange year. Americans suddenly found themselves self-quarantined in…
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Is the White House Haunted?
Many people have claimed to see the ghosts of former White House residents.
“My dear Clara, it seems that the White House is haunted.” These words were written by…
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Halloween in the Age of Coronavirus
Whether kids go out trick-or-treating or not, Halloween is very much alive.
Is it going to be a bone-chilling Halloween for retailers, or a frightful season of riches?…
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Amy Coney Barrett: The Newest Supreme Court Justice
Who is President Trump’s latest Supreme Court nominee, and what does she believe?
Soon after Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death on September 18, 2020, President Donald Trump…
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Salem Witch Trials: When Being Called a Witch Meant Death
Being a witch for Halloween can be fun – but there was a time when that was a label to avoid.
Dressing up as a witch for Halloween is popular among kids and adults as they take…
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Presidential Debates: Big Moments Can Cause Big Changes
Big presidential debate moments can be the deciding factor for undecided voters.
Presidential debates can often help undecided voters decide who to pick on Election Day. Throughout the…
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Is the Youth of America Moving Farther Left?
A new study finds that young people prefer socialism over capitalism – but is this really anything new?
It has been said that if you are not a socialist before you are 25, you…
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How Economics Has Shaped Elections
What effect did the economy have on the elections of the 21st century so far?
Come Election Day, the economy always plays an important role in voters’ choices. From tax cuts…
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The Spill: Who Drew the Lines?
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The Nazca Lines: Why Are They There? The Nazca lines is a Unesco World Heritage site…
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Student Questions Professor’s Bias
Is education about telling students what to think or letting them form their own opinions?
Are universities and schools politically biased? There is more and more concern that educators have become…
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Coronavirus: Could Trump Now Be Immune?
Twitter didn’t like it when Trump said he was now immune to COVID-19 – but science says he might be.
President Donald Trump recently tweeted that he was immune to COVID-19. Twitter attached a warning saying…
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Voting in America: A Right with Rules
If you plan to vote, make sure you know the rules.
Voting is a right – and according to many, a duty for Americans. But voting has…
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A Shocking Number of Students Support Use of Violence to Silence
More college students are growing comfortable with the idea of violently suppressing speech they don’t agree with.
A poll by the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, Real Clear Education, and College Pulse…
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The Nobel Prize in Economics
The Nobel Econ Prize has awarded a diverse group of financial scientists.
In recent years, the young generation has shown a huge interest in the field of economics.…
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Presidential Debates: What Is the Moderator’s Job?
A good moderator helps the candidates give voters the information they need.
Before an election, the nominees for president for the Democrats and Republicans usually go head-to-head in…
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Christopher Columbus: He Searched for India but Found America
Columbus hoped to sail around the world to India, but he didn’t know about the continents in the way.
Christopher Columbus discovered America on October 12, 1492, but it was all by chance – a…
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Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Some people say we should recognize the indigenous people – not the Europeans who displaced them.
Columbus Day is celebrated each year on the second Monday in October. It is in honor…
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Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Some people say we should recognize the indigenous people – not the Europeans who displaced them.
Columbus Day is celebrated each year on the second Monday in October. It is in honor…
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How Voting Works Across America
How many ways to vote do we need?
Voting is considered a basic right for a citizen of any representative democracy or constitutional republic,…
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The Statue of Liberty: A Symbol of American Freedom
A symbol of friendship between France and America.
As the Civil War neared its end around 1865, Edouard de Laboulaye, a French historian, suggested…
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The Spill: Cooking After COVID
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The COVID Cooking Renaissance The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot about how we are used…
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The Supreme Court – What it Does
The Constitution sets up the Supreme Court in Article III.
The United States Supreme Court is the ultimate decision-maker for legal disputes in the United States.…
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The Scoop on U.S. Elections
The U.S. holds elections every two years – it’s not all about choosing the president.
Every four years, America holds a presidential election. Political ads and voter registration efforts dominate the…
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President Trump in Hospital With COVID
The president has Coronavirus, and the country reacts.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania have both tested positive for COVID-19. The announcement came…
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Cancel Culture: From Exposing Wrongs to Silencing Dissent
Cancel culture was once about exposing wrongs – so when did it become about silencing those who hold other views?
Cancel culture is a form of online shaming. It has become the ultimate form of public…
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Could There be Life on Venus?
Scientists may have discovered evidence of life on Venus.
Scientists are hoping to return to the moon and colonize Mars in the next few years…
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Most Americans Don’t Trust the Election Process Anymore
Can elections ever go back to normal?
A recent survey reveals some alarming attitudes among Americans regarding the 2020 election: According to a…
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Presidential Debates – Going for the Undecided Votes
What can we expect from the 2020 presidential debate?
Debate History Today, we see presidential debates as a big part of the election process. However,…
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Survey Says: Millennials and Gen Z Just Don’t Know the Holocaust
Why aren’t today’s youth being taught this history?
Between 1941 and 1945, Nazi Germany, German-occupied Europe, and collaborators killed six million Jews. The Second…
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The Spill: Wildfires and Woodpeckers
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Woodpeckers and Wildfires: A Necessary Combination The wildfires that have been burning up the West Coast…
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Free Speech Has Always Been a Game of Life or Death
It takes real courage to speak the truth when powerful foes would rather see it silenced.
While some would argue that we can create a more civil society through regulating speech, it…
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The US Government: Three Co-Equal Branches
The three branches of government keep each other in check.
Our federal government consists of three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial. They are all described…
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Fighting for Equality Between the Sexes
Ruth Bader Ginsburg became notorious as a champion of women’s rights in the 1960s and 70s.
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 years old from pancreatic cancer. Chief Justice…
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The Spill: West Coast Wildfires
The whole West Coast seems to be on fire.
West Coast Wildfires The West Coast seems to be on fire. Smoke hangs over California, Oregon,…
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Inflation: What Is It, and How Bad Is It?
Inflation is set to rise in the United States – but is that good or bad?
After the Coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic, Congress passed stimulus and relief packages that cost…
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The 20th Amendment: Taking a Little More Power From the Lame Ducks
With a shortened lame duck period, fewer changes can be made by politicians who don’t have voters to answer to.
The 20th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution might seem like no big deal, as it just…
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Polls – How Reliable Are They?
Polling has become an important part of elections – but why?
For a long time, people have believed that the major polls indicated who was going to…
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Today’s Protesters Should Learn From MLK
The civil rights leader of the past pushed for peace, not violence.
We’ve had a lot of protests lately, and in many of them, the cry has been…
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The Spill: Rule Makers and Rule Breakers
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Rules for Thee but not for Me The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly changed our way of…
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9/11 Then and Now: What Changed?
Almost 20 years later, we’ve gone from patriots to violent protesters.
On September 11, 2001, when the Twin Towers went up in flames in a terrorist attack…
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China v Hollywood: Money or Freedom?
Hollywood is self-censoring for fear of losing Chinese money.
How far is America willing to take political correctness and refrain from saying or doing anything…
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Building Societies – What Does it Take?
What does it take to build a successful society? The history of Athens shows how hard it is.
America has seen many protests in recent weeks, and there are many people eager to “tear…
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Mail-In Voting and the 2020 Election
Will the 2020 election be full of fraudulent votes?
The country has been trying to figure out how to hold the 2020 election in the…
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Stock Splits Explained
What is a stock split, and why are Apple and Tesla doing it?
Six months can make a huge difference in the stock market. After the Coronavirus outbreak, the…
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Who Should We Thank for Labor Day?
How Labour Day was invented.
For many Americans, Labor Day is a welcome three-day weekend, and a sign that the end…
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Has the Media Made America More Divided?
Thanks to media bias and fake news, Americans just don’t trust the press anymore.
The folks at Gallup are saying 86% of respondents to a recent “American Views” survey believe…
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The Spill: The Violence Keeps Growing
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The Violence Keeps Growing For the past several months, our nation has become a battleground for…
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Antifa and Black Lives Matter: The New Red Guard?
What do Black Lives Matter, Antifa, and the Chinese Communist Red Guard have in common?
Throughout history, tyrannies have been built on a passionate youth searching for meaning through violence and…
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Slavery: An Ancient Evil That Still Exists Today
Slavery still hasn’t been removed from the world.
From the earliest civilizations, people have taken others as slaves. Most people in the Western world…
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Trump v Biden: Two Speeches Reveal Very Different Candidates
Each candidate spoke of the future of America – but which one will the people choose?
Everyone knew it would end up this way, but now it’s official. Donald Trump is the…
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The Story Behind the Israel-Palestine Conflict
There has been fighting in the Middle East since Israel declared its independence – but why?
President Donald Trump recently announced a peace agreement with Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).…
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Hillary’s Advice for Biden: Don’t Ever Concede
What happens if a losing candidate doesn’t concede?
Hillary Clinton told Joe Biden, the Democrat candidate for president, that he “should not concede under…
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Do Black Americans Really Want to Defund the Police?
A new survey shows the truth about the left’s latest anti-cop narrative.
The media and the left in general tell us that black Americans want to “defund the…
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The Vice Presidency: So Much More Than It Once Was
The role of the vice president has come a long way since Adams complained of its uselessness.
“I am Vice President. In this I am nothing, but I may be everything” – John…
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The Spill: RNC Week
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Republican National Convention Supports Trump August 27 is the last day of the Republican National Convention.…
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War, Peace, and School Bullies
Some wars just create more conflict, but can others lead to peace?
History is full of war all over the world. Often, one war leads to another, but…
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The Importance of Political National Conventions
What goes on at national conventions?
Every four years, the major political parties in the United States – the Republicans and the…
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Is It Finally Time to Go Back to School?
So far, the debate has been ruled by panic – but not everyone has come to the same answers.
Like most things in this Coronavirus pandemic, school closures have become a political topic of debate.…
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Prohibition: The Failed Attempt to Outlaw Drunkenness
The government tried to make people behave better, but it just didn’t work.
Alcohol is highly regulated in the United States today, but did you know it was once…
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Lewis and Clark: Blazing the Trail West
After the Lewis and Clark expedition, thousands of people headed west to settle.
When the United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803, it nearly doubled the…
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Kamala Harris’ Economic Ideas
What would be in store for the economy if Kamala Harris became president?
If Joe Biden wins the presidential election in November, will he serve out his full four-year…
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Churchill Vs. Hitler: Standing Up for Europe
World War Two presents the textbook schoolyard bully scenario.
During the years leading up to the most terrible conflict in history, one man stood alone.…
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The Spill: Death Valley Heat
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Death Valley Could Set Global Heat Record California is catching a lot of heat lately ……
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Kamala Harris: What Does She Stand For?
Will Harris push the Biden campaign to electoral success, or sink it entirely?
Kamala Harris, the junior senator from California, has been chosen to run as Joe Biden’s vice…
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Athens, Rome, and Jerusalem: Where Western Civilization Began
From logic and science to democracy and universal rights, these three cities created the West.
Did you know that “democracy” comes from Greek and means people’s rule? Also, did you know…
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Susan B. Anthony: A Women’s Pioneer Pardoned
“The true republic: men, their rights, and nothing more; women, their rights, and nothing less.” - Susan B. Anthony
August 18 marks 100 years since the 19th Amendment was ratified, giving women the right to…
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How One Man From Tennessee Saved Suffrage
Harry T. Burn cast the deciding vote to ratify the 19th Amendment, all thanks to a letter from his mother.
In the United States, the right to vote is shared by men and women – but…
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The 19th Amendment and Equal Rights for Women
There was a time when women couldn’t vote. The 19th Amendment fixed that.
“Everybody counts in applying democracy. And there will never be a true democracy until every responsible…
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V-J Day: Celebrating 75 Years Since Japan’s Surrender
World War II came to an end 75 years ago – but that peace was hard won.
Today, August 15, marks 75 years since Japan surrendered, ending World War II. But the cost…
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The Spill: Secret Service
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Disturbance at the White House On Monday, August 10, President Donald Trump took his place at…
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Kamala Harris: The Next Vice President?
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will run for the White House on a shared ticket.
The Democrats’ presidential candidate Joe Biden has finally announced who will be on his ticket for…
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Joe Biden’s Tax Plan: It’s Expensive!
Joe Biden plans to spend a lot of money – and that means raising taxes.
Based on some of his proposals for infrastructure, climate change, and health care, Joe Biden plans…
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Joe Biden Gets Closer to Choosing a Running Mate
Several women are still potential candidates for the vice president slot on Biden’s ticket.
Joe Biden is expected to enter the 2020 election and challenge Donald Trump for the presidency.…
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The Mask Debate: It’s All Political
Why has the debate over public health become a partisan issue?
Then and Now When Coronavirus first hit America, there was a lot of misinformation and debate…
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Why Is China Mailing Mysterious Boxes of Seeds Around the World?
Thousands of people have received unordered seeds, but what should they do about it?
Thousands of Americans in around 30 states are getting packs of seeds shipped directly from China…
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Is Universal Basic Income the Only Answer to AI?
Technology doesn’t have to mean mass-unemployment.
Bill Gates and Elon Musk have said that artificial intelligence (A.I.) and the automatization of work…
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The Spill: Mail-In Madness
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President Trump Threatens Nevada Over Mail-In Votes The 2020 presidential election is quickly approaching. In November,…
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President Trump Wants to Ban TikTok
Do you use TikTok? It may soon be banned in the United States.
Do you use TikTok? There’s talk that the video-sharing app could soon be banned in the…
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Supreme Court Rules on Religious Schools
According to the Supreme Court, states funding private schools except for the religious ones is discrimination.
Since private, religious schools started opening up across the nation in the 1800s, there has been…
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Portland: Trump v. Protesters
What will the conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters mean for the future?
Since the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, protests have spread across the United…
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Coronavirus Has Brought Back Some Classics
Will these blasts from the past make life better?
At a recent birthday celebration, someone asked: “What is one good thing that has happened as…
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Persia: Where Fake News Began?
Was the rise of Darius the Great the first fake news?
What does the rise of the Persian Empire 2000 years ago have to do with fake…
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What Has Socialism Done to Africa?
What really made Africa poor?
Why is Africa still mostly poor? Some say it was colonialism that turned the continent into…
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The Spill: Chinese Tensions
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China and the U.S. Aren’t Getting Along The United States and China have not been on…
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Public v Private School
The American education debate.
Conflict between public schools and private schools has existed for a long time. People who support…
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Election 99 Days Away – Has It All Been Decided Already?
There might not be many people left to win over – for either side.
With persistent civil unrest going on in cities across the nation and nasty Coronavirus numbers coming…
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Trust in Society, America v Singapore
A look at social trust and crime in America and Singapore.
Does your family lock up the house at night or when you’re away? If so, you’re…
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The Spill: MLB Adapts
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Baseball is Back – With a Twist It’s baseball season, but what are fans supposed to…
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Nevada: The Silver State
The Comstock Lode produced more than $300 million in both gold and silver from 1859 to 1882.
Nevada became the 36th state of the Union on October 31, 1864. It was during the…
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Chinese Uighurs – What Is Going On?
What is happening in Xinjiang?
The U.S. government recently took measures against several Chinese government officials, and China retaliated by announcing…
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Trump’s Campaign Makes a Change
Trump campaign tries out a new manager.
With the November election only a few months away, the candidates for president are hard at…
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Can the Polls Predict if Trump or Biden Will Win?
The polls favor Biden, but can we trust them?
President Donald Trump isn’t doing as well recently in national polls, and some Republicans are very…
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Presentism and Its Evil
Those who don’t learn from their history are doomed to repeat it.
As the radical left tries to remove American history piece by piece by taking down statues,…
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Trump Reveals His Plan for a National Garden of American Heroes
Soon, Mount Rushmore will overlook a new collection of monuments.
President Trump signed the Executive Order on Building and Rebuilding Monuments to American Heroes on July…
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William McKinley: The Third Presidential Assassination
McKinley was shot during his second term.
William McKinley (1843-1901) was the 25th president of the United States and the third to be…
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Cultural Appropriation: What Is and Isn’t Allowed?
Has culture become a weapon?
America has always been considered a melting pot: a place where people of all cultures, races,…
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Mars: Just the Beginning?
Elon Musk wants to go to Mars within ten years – but that’s just the beginning.
Imagine living on the South Pole. It would be freezing, and you couldn’t go outside. Not…
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Louisiana Purchase: How the West Was Won
The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the United States and drove the westward push to the Pacific.
By the time Thomas Jefferson became the third U.S. president in 1801, the United States stretched…
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Nebraska: The Cornhusker State
Though entirely landlocked, Nebraska has its own navy.
Nebraska, the Cornhusker State, didn’t join the Union until two years after the Civil War. It…
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The Spill: Mask or Not?
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The Trumps Wear Face Masks To wear a mask or not to wear a mask, that…
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Separation of Church and State: Keeping Religion Free
The separation of church and state protects freedom of religion by keeping the government out of it.
Origins In the 1600s, thousands of English Puritans arrived in the New England region to escape…
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Black Lives Matter and the Anarchists of 1919
Today’s BLM activists and the anarchists of 1919 have a lot in common.
The people leading Black Lives Matter (BLM) have some Americans worried about what is to come…
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Benjamin Harrison: The Second President in His Family
Benjamin Harrison’s grandfather, William Henry Harrison, was the ninth president.
Benjamin Harrison (1833 – 1901), the 23rd president of the United States, was the second in…
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Is School Choice the Best Choice?
Will school choice mean true educational equality?
What Is ‘School Choice’? School choice refers to the right of parents and guardians to choose…
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The Spill: Douglass Toppled
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Frederick Douglass Statue Torn Down Another casualty fell victim to the movement to get rid of…
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Montana: The Treasure State
Enough gold and gems have been mined in Montana for it to earn the nickname Treasure State.
Montana entered the Union as the 41st state on November 8, 1889. Many of the U.S.…
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Grover Cleveland: A President of Principle
“What is the use of being elected or re-elected unless you stand for something?”
Stephen Grover Cleveland (1837 – 1908) was the 22nd president of the United States. Before breaking…
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Police Reform: Will It Actually Happen?
Will members of Congress work together to fix policing?
Americans demand solutions in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody. Both the House…
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Declaration of Independence “Rough Draught” Now on Microfilm
Jefferson’s first draft was wordier, but it gives a deeper understanding of his beliefs.
When the leaders of the British colonies in America decided it was time to split off…
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Declaration of Independence "Rough Draught” Now on Microfilm
Jefferson’s first draft was wordier, but it gives a deeper understanding of his beliefs.
When the leaders of the British colonies in America decided it was time to split off…
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Independence Day: The History You Might Not Know
John Adams always thought July 2 should be Independence Day.
In April 1775, colonial militiamen and British troops fought in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, starting the…
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Immigration Reform and DACA
Most Americans support DACA – and still it’s a politicized issue.
How Did It Begin? DACA stands for Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals, an executive policy ordering…
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The Spill: Hidden Figure
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NASA Names Headquarters after a Hidden Figure Have you seen the movie Hidden Figures about a…
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The Right to Protest: What’s Included?
Are riots and autonomous zones protected by the First Amendment?
The right to assemble is one of our most treasured civil rights. It is one of…
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North America Adopts USMCA
A new North American trade deal is coming into force.
President Donald Trump has delivered on a campaign promise to ditch a 25-year-old trade agreement and…
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Missouri: The Unwilling Slave State
Thanks to the Missouri Compromise, this state entered the Union as slave, despite most residents being anti-slavery.
Missouri, the “Show Me State,” was named after the tribe Missouris. The first European explorers showed…
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Chester A. Arthur: A One Term President
Arthur assumed the presidency after Garfield’s assassination – and never ran for re-election.
Chester A. Arthur (1829 – 1886) became the 21st president in 1881. His presidency was short,…
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Protesters Destroy Statues
The president threatens groups defacing historical monuments.
America has seen a spate of protests over the past few weeks - some have been…
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Historical Statues: Should They Stay or Go?
Protesters try to tear down monuments – what effect will this have on the U.S.?
It is impossible to separate the death of George Floyd from the cries for justice in…
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Trump Vs. Biden: What Do They Stand For?
Which policies will Americans vote for in the 2020 election?
The 2020 contest between President Trump and Joe Biden has taken a step back due to…
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