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Political Extremism and the Brain

Why do we see more examples of political extremism from those on the political left than the right? What makes so-called liberals more prone to violence than conservatives? President Donald Trump has been called by so many Americans who oppose… Read More

The Political Origins of Columbus Day

Columbus Day celebrates an Italian explorer. Spain sent him to find a better trading route, but he was credited with discovering America by mistake. For centuries, Christopher Columbus and his “discovery” have been celebrated in the United States. But how… Read More

Which Way the Wind Blows: Straw Polls and US Elections

In the world of elections, groups often conduct surveys asking people what they think of issues or politicians. These questionnaires – including a type called straw polls – are used to get an idea of public opinion. What issues are… Read More

Winning the Presidency Isn’t as Easy as it Might Sound

The road to becoming the president of the United States is long and difficult – and typically expensive. Not every American citizen can be a president. As directed by the Constitution, a presidential candidate must be a natural born citizen… Read More

The Spill: House Witnesses

Impeachment Testimonies: Could They Cost Trump the 2020 Election? The U.S. House of Representatives is trying to impeach President Donald Trump. House Democrats believe that during a phone call with newly elected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump asked for a… Read More