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\n\"Remembering\n\n
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\nRemembering the Life and Legacy of Colin Powell\n

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\nFirst Black Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, first Black Secretary of State, the first Black National Security Advisor, and author of the \"Powell Doctrine.\" Introduce young historians to the legacy of Colin Powell with a Daily News...\n
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\n\"Secretary\n\n
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\nSecretary of State Seeks Support\n

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\nLearners examine the state of diplomacy through an interactive program. They analyze programs by the United States government to protect Americans. They discover some of the world's diplomats and their responsibilities.\n
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\nOn Being a Woman and a Diplomat\n

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\n\"There's a special place in hell for women who don't help each other.\" Listen as former U.S. Secretary of State Madeline Albright discusses her position as United States ambassador to the United Nations in the Gulf War, and makes a...\n
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\nSMU Commencement 2012\n

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\nWhile being educated is undoubtedly a privilege, it also comes with great responsibility. Listen as former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice impresses upon her audience the responsibilities that members in a community of...\n
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\n\"Secretary\n\n
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\nSecretary of State Powell\n

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\nStudents study the life of Colin Powell who was Secretary of State during President Bush's first term. They investigate the workings of the US State Department by researching a number of websites.\n
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\n\"American\n\n
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\nAmerican Presidents: John Quincy Adams\n

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\nA skinny-dipping president? John Quincy Adams was a bible reader by morning and a skinny-dipper by late morning, apparently. His strong beliefs and lack of persuasive power ultimately ended his time in presidency, but he did go on to...\n
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\nRight to vote...in the wrong place\n

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\nStudents create a presentation for other class members or for a local citizens' group explaining how they can guard ensure voter rights. Students research the Ohio Secretary of State's stand on provisional voting rules.\n
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\n\"RESPONSIBILITIES\n\n
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\nRESPONSIBILITIES OF OFFICE\n

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\nStudents make an organizational chart. They show the relationship of power in the executive branch of the Illinois state government. They include the responsibilities of each office and define the roles and responsibilities of top...\n
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\nMr. Powell Leaves Washington\n

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\nStudents examine the life and achievements of Colin Powell. After reading an article, they discuss the role of the Secretary of State. In groups, they evaluate his successes in different regions throughout the world. They reflect on the...\n
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\nMichigan United Conservationists Club (M.U.C.C). v. Michigan Secretary of State: An Issue of Referendum\n

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\nStudents observe the procedures of the Michigan Supreme Court. They identify the processes and procedures being used. They debate a case that was presented to the Court and analyze the oral arguments of the case.\n
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\nPrimary Source Worksheet: Clark Clifford, Letter to Lyndon B. Johnson\n

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\nVietnam War did indeed turn into a quagmire. Students of history will gain much from a close reading of this 1965 prophetic letter from the Secretary of Defense, Clark Clifford to President Lyndon B. Johnson, advising the president...\n
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\nLesson 3: Becoming a Voter\n

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\nWho is eligible to vote in your state? Class members examine their states' voting qualifications, complete sample voter registration forms, and chart the elections scheduled.\n
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\nPearl Harbor Activity #4: Who is the Audience?\n

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\nYoung historians use the prompts on a worksheet to analyze President Roosevelt's \"Day of Infamy\" speech. They identify the intended audience for the speech, the devices FDR used to persuade his audience, the responses promoted, and the...\n
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\nMadeleine Albright: First Lady of State\n

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\nYoung scholars explore how Madeleine Albright made history by becoming the first female American secretary of state. This tough, talented and determined woman has had an unusual life that has well prepared her for her job.\n
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\nCivil Service Reform: Campaign Contributions\n

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\nEleventh graders discuss the 19th-century spoils system. They discuss the 1990s licenses for bribes campaign contribution scandal that occurred under George Ryan's (Illinois's then-Secretary of State) tenure. .\n
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\nThe U.S. Recognition of the State of Israel\n

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\nPupils research the political aspects of the U.S. position in the Middle East, considering, for example, Truman's position in view of the 1948 presidential election. They examine a telegram sent by the Secretary of State, George C....\n
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\nAllende and Pinochet in Chile, The 20th Century, World history\n

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\nIntroducing one of the \"darker periods\" of both Chilean and U.S. history, the narrator details the 1973 Allende Coup in Chile. The attempted kidnapping/assassination of Rene Schneider is addressed, as is the degree of involvement of the...\n
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\nThe Monroe Doctrine: A Close Reading\n

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\nStudents identify specific passages in the Monroe Doctrine to events in early U.S. diplomacy.\n
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\nGeneral Election Activity Booklet\n

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\nIt's never too early to practice smart voting! Gain practice voting in a general election using a booklet compiled of an assortment of activities including a word search, maze, graphing, and more!         \n
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\nA Lesson To Accompany \"The First Bank of the United States: A Chapter in the History of Central Banking\"\n

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\nHere is an interesting topic. Learners examine the economics that led to the founding of the First Bank of America. They participate in a reader's theater experience depicting the debate between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson...\n
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\nSimulation on Peacekeeping in Kashmir: An American Choice\n

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\nWill the United States take a stand in the Kashmir conflict? A mock meeting of the minds examines a peace proposal between China, Pakistan, and India to determine if the United States should deploy troops to the area. Individuals take on...\n
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\nHow to Become a Member of Congress\n

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\nStudents identify requirements for becoming a U.S. Representative or a U.S. Senator, explain procedure for running for representative or senator, and create an informational brochure.\n
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\nAlexander Hamilton and the Roots of Federalism\n

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\nExplore the origin of political parties in the United States. Learners work in groups to read and analyze copies of the \"Report on Manufactures\" written by Alexander Hamilton. Then, they complete a worksheet comparing the Federalists to...\n
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\nCitizenship and the Constitution\n

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\nStudents identify government officials and resources on a local, state and national level. They determine the structure of local, state, and national governments.\n
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