First 100 Days: A Presidential Benchmark
Introduction Have you seen a presidential candidate give a speech before? Usually, hopeful politicians use a variety of strategies to make their speeches compelling to
U.S. Government
United States v. Virginia (1996)
Case In 1976, the Supreme Court decided Craig v. Boren, a case which declared that sex classifications were subject to intermediate scrutiny under the Equal
Inauguration Day: A New Chapter in American History
Introduction You may have seen pictures of a newly elected American President standing in front of a crowd, raising one hand as if taking a
Voter Turnout: Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Casts Their Ballot
Introduction If you had to explain how the United States government works to a friend, what would you say? Would you explain how our government
CDC: Control and Prevent
Have You Ever? Before each school year starts, you likely visit your pediatrician for a check-up that includes vaccinations. You probably dread the shots, and
Presidential Mandate: The Right to Govern
Background You may have heard the word “mandate” before, probably in terms of rules or regulations. For example, students are mandated to attend school for
Peaceful Transfer of Power: A Democratic Mandate
Background You probably know about elections – a vital democratic process in which voters select one candidate over another to serve in political office. Because
Supreme Court Nominations: And the Nomination Goes To…
The Problem A vacancy arises in the Supreme Court, either by retirement, impeachment, or the passing of a Supreme Court Justice. The nation may celebrate
Tinker v Des Moines (1969)
Case The Vietnam Era was an incredibly divisive time for the country. It was also a time of civic activism as many young people got
Chiafalo v. Washington (2020)
Case In the United States, the Electoral College determines who wins the presidency. The system works by assigning electors to the number of House and
