The Guardian
The Limits of Foreign Influence in European Politics
Steve Bannon has been playing an active role in the direction of European populist politics. Journalist Paul Lewis explains the legal limit of that influence. He meets with Bannon to ask his thoughts on the matter and to question whether...
All Ears English
1927 - How to Build Relationships Over Close Competitions in English
Have you been invited to an election watch party where the candidates are neck and neck? Or a sporting event with your colleagues where you have to comment on how close the game is? Find out exactly what to say in these moments in...
The Guardian
Why is Russia still in love with Putin?
Established politicians the world over are facing crises of confidence with their electorates. But 17 years after he took charge of Russia, Vladimir Putin’s approval ratings are still high. Shaun Walker visits Irkutsk in Siberia to...
Curated Video
Major Powers of State Governments
Major Powers of State Governments identifies the powers reserved to the states by reviewing major powers of state governments.
Curated Video
Compare Types of Democracy
"Compare Types of Democracy" analyzes the purposes, structure, and functions of various types of direct and representative democracies.
The Guardian
Civil War in Libya Turns into an International Proxy War
In April, 2019 Haftar begins a seige on the UN-backed Libyan government. Violence and instability deepen as international players vie for power in Libya and the conflict devolves into a proxy war. Untold Chaos part 6
The Guardian
Power Vacuum and Political Struggle in Libya Following the Revolution and Elections
After the second election, two governments vie for power in Libya and the country is engulfed in a civil war. Hear what some members of the Tuareg people think about the poltical situation, how ex-Gaddafi general Haftar is attempting to...
The Guardian
Revolution and Relegation After the Fall of Gaddafi
Various political and ethnic groups struggle for power in the aftermath of the Libyan revolution and elections. The Tawergha people are viewed as Gaddafi loyalists and have consequently been exiled to a displaced persons camp in Tripoli....
The Guardian
The Amazigh and Tabou People Fight for Recognition and Respect in Libya
Under Gaddafi's rule, the Amazigh and Tabou tribes were prohibited from speaking their language and from giving their children non-Arab names. With Gaddafi gone, they hope things will change but do not expect change to come easily. Learn...
The Guardian
Celebration and Chaos as Libya Prepares for Elections
For ten years, Libya has attempted to transition from dictatorship to democracy. Hear the voices and experiences of everday Libyans as they process a revolution and prepare for an election. Warning: graphic images of violence Untold...
Curated Video
Sandra Day O’Connor: “Don’t Take the Bait”
The first female justice in the U.S. Supreme Court’s 191-year history, Sandra Day O’Connor succeeded in a man’s world by never letting sexism stand in her way.
Curated Video
Voting Matters
Voting Matters explains how voting in a democracy helps change rules and laws.
Hip Hughes History
Linkage Institutions Explained
Perfect for APGOV students, Political Science kids, High Schoolers and especially cray cray on the internet. In this lecture we look at what linkage institutions do and the four examples of them for test day!
Hip Hughes History
Gerrymandering Explained -- What Is It and Why Does it Matter?
A very short explicit definition of the political term "gerrymandering". Helpful for students in AP Government, an intro to political science course or just random peeople on the internet who through synchronicity landed here.
Hip Hughes History
The 1984 Election Explained
The essential elements of the Election of 1984 for President of the United States wrapped up in a perfect ten minute gift. Ye only have to press the button. Designed for AP Government students, Political Science students in their first...
Hip Hughes History
The Election 0f 1904 Explained
A short summary of the electoral matchup of Teddy Roosevelt and Alton Parker. Watch them all! • Presidential Elec...
Hip Hughes History
The 1916 Election Explained
A HipHughes hop-scotch across the spirited electoral contest of 1916 between President Woodrow Wilson and Supreme Court Justice Charles Evans Hughes.
Hip Hughes History
5 Things You Should Know About Midterm Elections
With the 2018 Midterm Elections fast approaching it may be wise to review some important ideas. Here are five political science themes that will help you understand these important events in our history.
Vlogbrothers
Understanding Ukraine: The Problems Today and Some Historical Context
In which John discusses the crisis in Ukraine, and how the influence of Russia and Europe have shaped Ukrainian politics for centuries. REMINDER: Educational videos are allowed to be more than four minutes long.
Vlogbrothers
Understanding the Primaries: Delegates, Democracy, and America's Nonstop Political Party
In which John seeks to understand the strange and labyrinthine process used by the Republican and Democratic parties to select a nominee for President, focusing on the great state of Missouri, where the races were close but the delegate...
TLDR News
What to Look Out For at the Upcoming Local Elections
While local elections aren't all that important in isolation, they're a useful barometer of public sentiment on the major parties across the country. So in this video, we break down the upcoming elections and the things you should be...
Curated Video
Election Briefing: Donald Trump's victory
Donald Trump will be America's 45th president. Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, discusses what his victory means for other populist movements and the international order