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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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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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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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Why History Matters
Why is the preservation of history so important? Here are a couple of reasons why we must protect and maintain history.
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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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5 FACTS: First Amendment
Get the facts on the five freedoms of the First Amendment.
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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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The Spill: Ring of Fire
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Summer Solstice and a Rare Eclipse The Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, occurred…
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Mississippi: The Magnolia State
Mississippi is often called The Magnolia State because of all the magnolia trees.
Mississippi joined the Union in 1817, becoming the 20th state. “The Magnolia State,” so named because…
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Six Billion ‘Earth-like’ Planets in the Milky Way Galaxy?
Researchers found billions of new planets that could host life.
The Milky Way galaxy is estimated to be about 100,000 light-years across and 12 billion years…
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The History and Purpose of the National Guard
The Guard stands ready to defend Americans in many ways, and has done so since 1636.
The National Guard has been in the news regularly over the last 18 months – from…
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Father’s Day Around the World
We celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday in June – but other countries have their own ways of honoring Dad.
Today is Father’s Day: the one time a year set aside to recognize and honor Dad.…
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Book Burning: Antifa and BLM Can’t Erase the History They Hate
Trying to destroy history only proves that Antifa and BLM haven’t learned from it.
The destruction of culture and history is running rampant in America. We see enemies of freedom…
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Defund the Police – What does it Mean?
How much money should the police get?
Thousands of Americans are marching on the streets with “Defund the Police” banners. As calls come to…
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The Spill: A Modern Atlantis
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Italy’s Modern Atlantis The legend of Atlantis, the mythical island that sank into the ocean around…
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Trump Signs Police Reform Order
Executive order calls for police to change the way they work.
Since the death of George Floyd at the hands of a police officer, America’s police have…
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Police Powers – What Authority Do They Have?
Like anyone else, cops can stop and talk to anyone – but when the conversation turns compulsory, there are rules.
Police officers carry a lot of power and wide freedom on how to use it. They…
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The Colors of Politics
Can colors lead people to follow certain parties?
There are symbols and signs that push us toward certain ideas. One of these is color.…
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Chaz: A New Country in the Middle of a U.S. City?
Can the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone actually last?
A group of protesters have taken over a six-block area in the city of Seattle and…
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What is Black Lives Matter?
BLM: Where did it come from, and what does the group want?
In the weeks following the tragic death of George Floyd, millions of people all over the…
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Antifa Martyrs
Are Antifa members willing to die for the cause?
American cities burn and violence is rampant – all in the name of justice for one…
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The Spill: Global Protests
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Protests Go International The past week has been full of anger, despair, frustration, and pain as…
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DNA Testing Reveals 17,000-Year-Old Ancestry
Dusty Crawford’s American heritage predates the land bridge from Siberia to Alaska.
How far back can you trace your family? Most of us can trace our roots for…
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Civil Unrest in the United States: A History
Protests and riots – and even rebellions – are all a part of American history.
Frederick Douglass was an escaped slave who became an antislavery activist. In 1866, he wrote an…
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Lockdown Vs. Protests: Which Is It?
Is social distancing less important than protesting?
Protests have continued following the death of George Floyd at the hands of a police officer,…
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Marion Robert Goff: A Soldier’s Tale on D-Day
Marion Goff’s little sister, Mona, remembers her hero.
Mona Goff was the younger sister of the only hero she had ever known: her brother.…
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A Closer Look at Antifa
Is this "anti-fascist" movement really a terrorist group?
During the recent riots, President Donald Trump blamed Antifa for the mayhem on America’s streets. The…
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The Spill: Artemis Accords
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NASA’s Artemis Accords for Cooperation in Space The final frontier is starting to get a lot…
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Looting and Rioting Accomplish Nothing but Destruction
Rioting is futile and counterproductive. MLK knew this, so why haven’t today’s radicals figured it out?
Nearly every cable news station is running endless footage of mayhem and madness as riots spring…
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People Demand Justice for George Floyd
More than 100 cities have seen protests and riots after the Floyd’s death.
Protests are happening in cities across America after the death of George Floyd at the hands…
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The Spill: Dream Tablet
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Returning a Stolen Relic History is an important part of our present and future. It not…
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Did NASA Scientists Find Another Universe?
The media thinks scientists may have found another universe, but the scientists aren’t so sure.
The idea of a parallel universe – another universe that runs alongside our own – has…
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Memorial Day: A Time of Honor and Respect
Our rights and freedoms came at a high price.
Memorial Day is a day for Americans to honor and offer respect to the military men…
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A New Kind of Sanctuary: Protecting Small Businesses
Atwater, California will not enforce the state’s forced closing of businesses.
When we hear the term sanctuary city, we think of illegal immigration. But that’s not the…
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Did Virginia Single Out Churchgoers?
VA Gov. Ralph Northam is being sued for religious persecution.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam is facing a legal battle over the First Amendment, and the Department…
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Teens Around the World Make a Difference During the Pandemic
Quarantine can be hard – but these young thinkers are making life easier.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our way of life and has disrupted normalcy. Social media is…
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Oldest Lady in Spain Survives Coronavirus It’s a scary time in the world right now. People…
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Why Is Food Being Thrown Out During the Pandemic?
Livestock are being killed off and milk is being dumped out – but consumers can’t find it in the stores.
In the middle of this pandemic, milk is poured down the drain, livestock is euthanized, and…
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Is CBS Guilty of Making Fake News?
A line full of fake patients pretend to get tested for Coronavirus.
According to Project Veritas, CBS had employees of Cherry Health – Heart of the City Health…
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Quarantine: It Worked Against Plague
Black Death was devastating the first time around, but people quickly learned how to respond.
If we look at the history of pandemics and fighting diseases, there may be one or…
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Coronavirus and Immunity
How our bodies defend us from a virus.
The Coronavirus pandemic has a lot of people worried about the dangers of getting infected. It’s…
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The Spill: Imaginary Fans
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Imagining Baseball Fans What do you do when you’re a professional baseball team during a pandemic?…
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Coronavirus Lockdown: Hard on Humans but Nice for Nature
The pandemic response has been hard on people, but good for nature.
While humans are shutting themselves indoors to avoid the Coronavirus, the animal kingdom is taking advantage…
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What You Should Know About Venezuela
Venezuela was the world’s largest oil exporter before socialists took over.
Venezuela, the nation located at the northern tip of South America, has a long history of…
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Viruses: Just the Facts
What is a virus anyway, and how does it infect us?
When we get sick, it is often because a microbe – like bacteria or a virus…
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A Tale Of Two Sacrifices – Part II
The most brutal of sacrifices.
Another tale of sacrifice that forces us to ask ourselves if we truly understand its meaning…
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A Very Unusual Mother’s Day
This year, moms deserve more appreciation than ever.
Did you know Mother’s Day was originally intended to celebrate just one person – hence the…
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A Very Unusual Mother's Day
This year, moms deserve more appreciation than ever.
Did you know Mother’s Day was originally intended to celebrate just one person – hence the…
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A Tale Of Two Sacrifices – Part I
Do we understand what real sacrifice is?
The word sacrifice is loaded with power – but does everyone fully understand what it means?…
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Commemorating VE Day
The 75th anniversary of Hitler’s surrender.
May 8, 2020, marks 75 years since Victory in Europe (V.E.) Day. This was the day…
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The Spill: Crew Dragon
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NASA Teams Up With SpaceX for Mission American astronauts are once again going to make a…
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What You Should Know About North Korea
The home of the Supreme Leader.
There are few countries more mysterious today than North Korea. This secluded dictatorship has isolated itself…
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Supreme Court Joins the Livestream Age
Since the justices can’t meet in person, they’ll just livestream the Supreme Court cases.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States judiciary branch. The nine judges…
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Is the US Headed for Herd Immunity to Coronavirus?
The Coronavirus pandemic is burning itself out, but the elderly are still at great risk.
A renowned German epidemiologist is calling for an end to the lockdowns and urging a shift…
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The Spill: Happy Birthday Hubble
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Hubble Celebrates 30th Anniversary What we know about the Final Frontier wouldn’t even fit into the…
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Southern States Are Reopening, With or Without Their Neighbors
The nation is beginning to reopen, but not everyone is trying to work together.
America is finally beginning to open back up, and Governors in at least 17 states in…
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Joe Biden: From Scranton to the White House
Biden has been a senator and a vice president – will he be the next commander in chief?
Joe Biden could be the man to challenge President Donald Trump in the 2020 election, but…
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Trump Puts Immigration on Hold for 60 Days
By allowing fewer immigrants, Trump hopes to give Americans a chance to get back to work.
President Trump has signed a proclamation limiting certain types of immigration to the United States for the next…
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Universal Basic Income – Is it the Future?
Will we see universal basic income in a post-Coronavirus world?
The idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) is becoming more and more popular, especially in…
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Sweden and Coronavirus: Are They Right?
Do we need lockdown to deal with COVID-19?
Sweden has been criticized for its strategy of dealing with the Coronavirus. The European country decided…
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The Spill: Food ATMs
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Vietnam Feeds People with Rice ATMs The Coronavirus pandemic has shut down businesses, resulted in people…
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Lockdown Protests in States Across America
Amid Coronavirus pandemic, Americans ask for their freedoms back.
The Coronavirus lockdown orders have lasted about a month, for most Americans. Patience is stretched thin,…
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The Bald Eagle: An Impressive Predator
The Bald Eagle can hunt from the sky, on land, or in the water.
The Bald Eagle is a majestic bird and a fierce predator. On June 20, 1782, it…
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The Spill: Moon Base
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Living on the Moon Mankind may soon be living on the moon – for a few…
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Trump Withholds Funds To WHO
The president announces the U.S. will stop sending money to World Health Organization.
President Donald Trump has suspended funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) while the agency’s response…
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Joe Biden Gets Ready to Fight Election
Democrats rally behind the former vice president.
Who will be the next president of the United States? With the election only a few…
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The Coronavirus Data Gap: Is Rapid Testing the Answer?
Only more testing can give us the information we need.
Researchers from all over the world have been racing to make a faster, easier, and cheaper…
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Easter Traditions: Ever Wonder Why We Hide Eggs?
Some of the most common Easter traditions have ancient origins.
Happy Easter. This year will be quite a bit different as everyone settles in for a…
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Good Friday: Christ Carried Sin to the Grave – And Left It There
Jesus took the sin of the world upon himself, paying the price no one else could.
For Christians, Good Friday is one of the most important holidays of the year because it…
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The Spill: China Lockdown Over
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Chinese Lockdown Comes to an End As countries around the world enter lockdown to prevent the…
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Orange Juice Enjoys a Coronavirus Comeback
Anytime there is a health scare, Americans turn to OJ.
Orange juice is back on the table in American homes. In recent years, many people have…
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Coronavirus Cures: Is a Treatment or Vaccine Coming Soon?
At this point, we’ll try just about anything to end the pandemic.
As the number of Coronavirus cases and deaths continues to rise, researchers race toward some form…
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Social Distancing: It Isn’t Fun, but It’s Better Than It Once Was
It may be boring, but at least you have TV and the internet.
The Coronavirus pandemic has forced people to practice social distancing to help prevent the spread of…
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The Spill: Roaming Goats
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Goats Taking Over Town The Coronavirus pandemic has caused havoc across the globe as most people…
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5 FACTS: Joe Biden
Getting the facts straight on 2020 Democrat presidential hopeful Joe Biden.
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COVID-19 Update: Social Distancing Extended to April 30
The president hopes the road to recovery can begin soon.
Acting on the advice of the experts, President Donald Trump has extended “social distancing” guidelines until…
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Is Online Education The Future?
As Americans sour on failing public schools, a new generation of digital natives may turn to online education.
Social distancing and closing of schools during the Coronavirus outbreak have forced many students to study…
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Personal Hygiene: A Look Back
Hygiene is crucial to avoiding Coronavirus and other illnesses – but people haven’t always understood it.
The Coronavirus has had one positive impact: It has made everyone more aware of the importance…
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The Economic Cost of COVID-19
Consumer spending accounts for 2/3 of the economy – and isolated Americans aren’t buying.
What started as a promising year quickly turned sour thanks to Coronavirus. Small businesses are losing…
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Evil and The Political Divide
How can Americans heal the anger in politics today?
Political differences haven’t always caused such division between Americans. In recent history, Democrats and Republicans could…
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The Spill: Aequinoctium
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The Astronomical Start of Spring If you’ve been stuck inside due to the Coronavirus, you may…
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Pandemics in the 21st Century
How science and the modern lifestyle have impacted the spread of a virus.
The Coronavirus pandemic has caused a lot of confusion as state after state orders residents to…
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A Scientific Look at COVID-19
The fact that the Coronavirus is so mild for most people who get it is exactly what makes it so dangerous.
All around the world, people are worried about the Wuhan Coronavirus. How dangerous is it? What…
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Coronavirus: The Young Aren’t Invincible
Don’t believe that youth and good health is the same as immunity to the virus.
There has been a lot of talk about Coronavirus and how it may or may not…
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Epidemic vs Pandemic: What Are They?
What’s the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic?
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused a lot of anxiety around the world as more cases pop up…
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The Spill: Closing Borders
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With the COVID-19 coronavirus now classified as a pandemic, many nations across the globe are imposing…
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The Republican Party: The Grand Old Party
The Republican Party is often called the Grand Old Party, or the GOP.
Often called the Grand Old Party or the GOP, the Republican Party is one of two…
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Coronavirus: Just the Facts
Taking a few simple precautions can help you stay safe from Coronavirus.
What is Coronavirus and what risks are associated with the disease? How can you prevent contracting…
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Should Businesses Be Closed over Coronavirus?
A good way to avoid Coronavirus is to avoid crowds – but should states be closing businesses?
President Donald Trump addressed the United States Friday, March 13, and declared a national emergency over…
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Trump Takes Action on Coronavirus
The White House announces its COVID-19 strategy.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday, March 11, to reassure Americans that everything is being…
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The Democratic Party: Origins, Policies, and People
The Democratic Party: Origins, Policies, and People
The party traces its roots to 1792. Followers of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison created the…
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The Spill: Perseverance For Mars
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Student Names Mars Rover How would you like to name NASA’s Mars Rover? One lucky student…
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Minnesota: Land of 10,000 Lakes
Echoes of The Song of Hiawatha.
Minnesota became the 32nd state to join the Union on May 11, 1858. Its nicknames include…
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The Soviet Union Shows Why Socialism Doesn’t Work
Socialism has never worked – and the fall of the Soviet Union shows why.
Like every other socialist experiment throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, price controls, production quotas, central…
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James A. Garfield: The Last of the Log Cabin Presidents
As a self-made man, Garfield studied many subjects and worked a variety of jobs.
James A. Garfield (1831–1881) was the 20th president of the United States. Although his term, and…
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Greta And Naomi: Can a Calmer Voice Prevail?
Naomi Seibt is the calm to Greta Thunberg’s chaos.
Young Greta Thunberg has praised by many for her views on climate change. The 16-year-old has…
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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, and the recent case with…
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The Spill: A Super Day
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Joe Biden Takes Super Tuesday This week saw real progress in deciding who will represent the…
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Michigan: Water Winter Wonderland
This state is home to the Great Lakes, the Ford Quadricycle, and British conquests.
Michigan became the 26th state to join the Union in January 1837. Known by several nicknames…
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Who Donates to Politicians?
Where do political campaigns get their money?
Political campaigns raise millions of dollars as people hope to help their preferred candidate elected –…
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Washington State Voters Worried About Ballot Privacy
Do voters have a right to keep their party affiliation private?
The Washington presidential primary is set for March 10. The ballots have already been mailed out,…
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Super Tuesday: The Biggest Day in Primary Voting
Super Tuesday is primary day for about a third of the nation’s population.
Since 1988, whoever won the presidential primaries and caucuses held on Super Tuesday in March (March…
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Why the Constitution is Special
The Founders tried to form a government while keeping power in the hands of the people.
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Can Switching from Coal to Natural Gas Save Lives?
Natural gas is cleaner than the old coal processes, but coal can still be clean.
A new study published in Nature Sustainability has calculated that the recent shutdown of coal power…
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What Does It Cost to Run for President?
Follow the money? Here’s what the remaining Democrats have spent on their presidential bids.
The 2020 election is coming up, and a field of over two dozen candidates for the…
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Leap Year: There’s More to It Than Just Adding a Day
The leap year is just one part of fixing an imperfect calendar.
Wednesday, September 2, 1752, was a memorable day in the United Kingdom. The next day was…
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What Does It Mean to Be Gen Z?
Gen Z: The generation raised on tech.
What does it mean to be Generation Z? Defining a group of like-aged people helps to…
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Moving Meteors May Protect Us From Impact
Will we soon be able to stop meteorites from striking Earth?
Throughout history, meteorites have impacted Earth – and there are many more out there headed our…
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The Spill: Caucus Race
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Sanders Wins Nevada Caucus The Democrat Party took another step toward the 2020 election this week.…
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Does Intelligent Life Exist Elsewhere in the Universe?
Is our planet’s perfect formation proof that there’s more life out there, or that we’re alone?
Are we alone in the universe, or is there intelligent life out there, somewhere? As vast…
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Massachusetts: The Bay State
The Massachusetts colony was the beginning of England’s settlements in America.
On Feb. 6, 1788, Massachusetts became the sixth state to join the Union. The Bay State,…
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Campaign Money: Where Does It Go After Election Day?
Campaign donations can’t be used for personal expenses – but they can be used for just about anything else.
The Federal Election Commission (FEC) has outlined a series of rules pertaining to politicians’ leftover campaign…
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We’re Running Out of Helium – But Why?
Is the helium shortage a man-made problem?
Next to hydrogen, helium is the most common element in the universe. But while there is…
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Slavery: Still Legal in about Half the World’s Nations
In many parts of the world, slavery is still not considered a crime.
For thousands of years, slavery has been an evil that spread across the world. These days,…
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Nevada Caucus: Will It Work Out Better Than in Iowa?
There were issues in Iowa, and now the same tech is being used in Nevada.
This week, all eyes are trained on Nevada as Democrats gather in caucus venues to select…
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Maryland: A New Start for Religious Freedom
Arriving in Maryland meant religious freedom for the colonists.
Maryland became the seventh state to join the Union on April 28, 1788. The English King…
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What’s Up On Wall Street? Stock Market Explained
The stock market: Just one of many ways to influence the economy.
One of the most exciting places to be in this world is on a stock exchange.…
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What's Up On Wall Street? Stock Market Explained
The stock market: Just one of many ways to influence the economy.
One of the most exciting places to be in this world is on a stock exchange.…
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Is Coronavirus the Next Pandemic?
Thanks to new technology, pandemics could be far less dangerous than they once were.
Media treat the Coronavirus as a potential pandemic, but many experts regard it as not particularly…
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Astounding Facts about U.S. Presidents
Celebrating President's Day.
On this President’s Day, an occasion of celebration for the country’s commanders in chief, we take…
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Fracking: The Good and the Bad
Fracking for oil has led to energy independence – but there are downsides.
Every day, you use oil products that make your life better and easier. Thanks to advances…
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Ulysses S. Grant: A Friend of Mark Twain
Ulysses S. Grant’s friendship with Mark Twain may have led to the eventual success of his memoirs – though not until after his death.
Ulysses S. Grant (1822–1885) was the 18th president of the United States. Unlike former commanders in…
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Valentine’s Day Banned in Iran
Celebrating Valentine’s Day is a crime in some places.
February 14 has long been celebrated as a day of romantic love. To most of the…
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Valentine's Day Poems
Celebrating a day of love.
For thousands of years, the 14th of February has been celebrated as a day of love.…
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Valentine’s Day Poems
Celebrating a day of love.
For thousands of years, the 14th of February has been celebrated as a day of love.…
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Delegates and Superdelegates – What are They?
Delegates play a key role in nominating a presidential candidate.
The road to becoming a nominee for president of the United States involves a small group…
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Maine: The Pine Tree State
This unforgiving land tested colonists to their limits.
Maine became the 23rd state to join the Union on March 15, 1820. Its history began…
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The Spill: Solar Mission
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New Hampshire Primary The United States is now in an election year, and the process of…
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Are Digital Currencies the Money of the Future?
A primer on digital currencies.
By now, you may have learned about the success of bitcoin. There has been a lot…
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5 FACTS: Women at the Ballot Box
How much power do women have in politics?
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Climate Models are Missing Something Big
Common climate models show the earth is warming – but they don’t account for the ocean.
If you have ever been on a tropical island, you may have experienced that as the…
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Democracy Isn’t as Popular as it Once Was
A recent study shows that about half of the people living in democratic countries in the West aren’t happy with their government.
A recent study revealed that a growing number of citizens living in western nations are becoming…
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Andrew Johnson: The First President to Be Impeached
In February 1868, the House of Representatives voted to impeach President Johnson.
Andrew Johnson (1808–1875) was the 17th president of the United States and the first to ever…
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The Bald Eagle: America’s Bird Almost Went Extinct
The Bald Eagle has been revered as the national bird for decades – but it almost went extinct.
The American symbol of freedom could have been a Turkey – if Founding Father Benjamin Franklin…
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Supply and Demand: It’s Basic Economics
The law of supply and demand is the basis of the economy.
Have you walked through a supermarket and wondered why oranges, beef, and a box of Oreo…
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Iowa Caucus: Technical Difficulties and Caucus Confusion
Even without the results, several candidates still declared victory.
What happens when the app designed to report voting results fails? Tuesday’s Iowa’s caucus fiasco, of…
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The Spill: YouTube’s New Election Policies
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Technical Difficulties and Election Confusion in Iowa The Iowa caucus for the Democratic Party was expected…
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Louisiana: The Heart of One of America’s Best Deal
The U.S. bought the Louisiana territory from France for $15 million.
Louisiana became the 18th state to join the Union on April 30, 1812. For generations before…
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Louisiana: The Heart of One of America’s Best Deals
The U.S. bought the Louisiana territory from France for $15 million.
Louisiana became the 18th state to join the Union on April 30, 1812. For generations before…
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Abraham Lincoln: The Great Emancipator
Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation after the victory at the Battle of Antietam.
Perhaps one of the most famous of all presidents is the 16th, Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865). Known…
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