The Wall Street Journal
Britain's New Horizons
How will Britain leaving the EU affect business, trade and security and what is Britain's new vision for its place in the World?
Curated Video
Supreme court rules Arab representatives can run in election
1. Exterior Supreme Court
2. Lobby of court
3. Exterior Supreme Court
4. Azmi Bishara arriving at Government Press Office
5. SOUNDBITE (English) Azmi Bishara, legislator
"I think the Supreme Court is trying to say in a democratic...
Curated Video
Russia's US embassy now on plaza named after Kremlin critic Nemtsov
The Russian embassy in Washington has a new address, at least symbolically.
A portion of Wisconsin Avenue in front of the embassy is being officially renamed Boris Nemtsov Plaza on Tuesday, in what amounts to a...
PBS
Amanda Gorman Reads Inauguration Poem, 'The Hill We Climb'
Following in the tradition established by John F. Kennedy and Bill Clinton, the Inauguration Ceremony of Joseph Biden featured an Inauguration Poem. National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman's powerful recitation of her...
PBS
The Haudenosaunee Legendary Founding
While many young historians would say the United States' form of democracy is the longest living, the confederacy established by Hiawatha and the Haudenosaunee is America's precursor. The activity set, complete with a beautifully...
TED-Ed
What Did Democracy Really Mean in Athens?
Did you know elections only played a small role in Athenian democracy? Take a look at the fascinating origins of Athenian direct democracy in ancient Greece, and compare their political structures to our understanding of...
PBS
Should We Rewrite Our Constitution? | America From Scratch
An episode from the PBS "America From Scratch" series asks the question of whether or not the United States Constitution should be rewritten. Legal experts from around the world weigh in on the very weighty question. The video ends with...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Speech and Press Part II
It's hard to overstate the importance of protecting speech and freedom of the press. Scholars learn how free speech is an important part of an individual's natural rights and a way to form opinions. The video also discusses ways the...
C-SPAN
On This Day: 26th Amendment is passed by Congress
The Twenty-sixth Amendment greatly altered voting rights in the United States. Engaging video clips explain why the amendment was created and how it has impacted voter turnout over the years.
C-SPAN
On This Day: The Hoover Burglary
Without the Hoover Burglary, would the FBI's counter-intelligence program have come to the public's attention? Historians learn about the actions of the individuals involved in the Hoover Burglary, what information they stole, and how...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Constitution Day
Constitution Day celebrates the evolving principles that guide our nation from 1789 all the way to today. The resource celebrates Constitution Day with an overview of the principles and laws that guide the government. Scholars see events...
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Elements of Democracy Pt. 114:features of Thriving Democracies
What do thriving democracies have in common? Find out on today's 60-Second Civics.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: The Elements of Democracy Part 58: Tolerance and Moderation
Tolerance and moderation are key democratic values. Learn why these values are so important on today's episode.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics:elements of Democracy Pt.111:ancient Rome and Political Culture
From the Roman Repubic emerged the idea that people ought to be concerned with the public good rather than pursuing their own personal pleasures.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Elements of Democracy Pt. 115: More on Thriving Democracies
In order for a democracy to thrive, citizens must participate, show moderation, toleration, and civility. And that's not all.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Elements of Democracy Pt. 116: Introduction to Civil Society
Today we introduce the concept of "civil society."
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Democracy Pt. 119:civil Soc. Organizations Benefit Individuals
Civil society organizations benefit individuals and can help develop a stronger democracy.