TED Talks
TED: A different understanding of American patriotism | Deval Patrick
American democracy cannot be great until it is good, says lawyer, Harvard professor and former governor of Massachusetts Deval Patrick. A self-identified patriot, Patrick stands behind the fundamental values and civic ideals that he...
TED Talks
TED: Why good hackers make good citizens | Catherine Bracy
Hacking is about more than mischief-making or political subversion. As Catherine Bracy describes in this spirited talk, it can be just as much a force for good as it is for evil. She spins through some inspiring civically-minded projects...
TED Talks
TED: Immigrant voices make democracy stronger | Sayu Bhojwani
In politics, representation matters -- and that's why we should elect leaders who reflect their country's diversity and embrace its multicultural tapestry, says Sayu Bhojwani. Through her own story of becoming an American citizen, the...
TED Talks
George Takei: Why I love a country that once betrayed me
When he was a child, George Takei and his family were forced into an internment camp for Japanese-Americans, as a "security" measure during World War II. 70 years later, Takei looks back at how the camp shaped his surprising, personal...
Curated Video
Donald Trump Inauguration 2025: 47th US President re-iterates territorial ambitions
In his 2025 inauguration address, Donald Trump reaffirms his territorial ambitions, outlining a bold vision for America's global presence and influence during his second term.
Makematic
15th Amendment
The 15th Amendment secured the voting rights for African American men, marking the culmination of progressive legislative changes during the Reconstruction era.
Makematic
The Mayflower Compact
In September 1620, a group of colonists left England to make a new life. By the time they reached North America, they had written the Mayflower Compact: a document that would lay the groundwork for democracy in the U.S.
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Jamestown
In 1607, settlers founded Jamestown, the first English colony in North America. Its emphasis on democracy influenced the founding principles of the United States.
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James Madison's Legacy
James Madison is known as the “Father of the Constitution” – but he was so much more than that. As author of the Virginia Plan and the Bill of Rights, his political genius proved vital in the founding of our nation.
Makematic
The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is the most powerful court in the United States. In this video, learn about the history of the court, and what it represents to the country.
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The Capitol
The Capitol is a symbol of the United States government and the people. In this video, learn about the history of the building, and why it is important.
Makematic
William Jennings Bryan
Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan shaped early 20th-century U.S. politics with his advocacy for the common man and progressive policies.
Wonderscape
The Early Voting Rights Struggles in the United States
This video explores the history of voting rights in the United States, focusing on the exclusion of many groups, such as women, Black Americans, and Native Americans, during the country's early years. It highlights the work of key...
Wonderscape
The 15th Amendment: A Milestone in American Voting Rights
Explore the pivotal role of the 15th Amendment in shaping the democratic landscape of the United States. Enacted as the third of the Reconstruction Amendments post-Civil War, this amendment aimed to safeguard the voting rights of all...
Curated Video
First Ladies
The role of the First Lady of the United States has changed over the years. These women have shaped the White House as well as the nation.
Curated Video
Building The White House
The White House stands as a symbol of freedom, but the story behind its construction reveals some important contradictions.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Kendall Thomas - Critical Race Theory
Kendall Thomas is a scholar of comparative constitutional law and human rights whose teaching and research focus on critical race theory, legal philosophy, feminist legal theory, and law and sexuality.Thomas is the co-founder and...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Richard H. Pildes - The Law of Democracy
Richard Pildes is one of the nation’s leading scholars of constitutional law and a specialist in legal issues affecting democracy. A former law clerk to Justice Thurgood Marshall, he has been elected into the American Academy of Arts and...
TLDR News
How Washington Was Stormed By Trump Supporters: What Happens to Trump Now? - TLDR News
Yesterday, some people supporting the President stormed the Capitol Building in an attempt to disrupt the certification of Biden's Victory. This terrifying moment left a lot of people reeling, so in this video, we discuss what happens...
TLDR News
Should Democrats Destroy the Filibuster? The Reality of Scrapping the Senate Filibuster - TLDR News
The filibuster has become increasingly controversial in recent years, with critics on both sides of the aisle. So in this video we discuss how the filibuster works, why some want to see it scrapped & what it means for the future of US...
The Wall Street Journal
When Institutions Take a Beating
In Democratic societies, institutions are key. They preserve continuity during political storms and affirm the rule of law. When they're attacked from within the political system, their resilience is tested.
Curated Video
‘Trump Cozied Up To Xi’: Democrat Raskin Lambasts President For Enabling CCP To Weaken US
Rep. Jamie Raskin sharply criticized Donald Trump for weakening America’s soft power and aligning with autocratic leaders like Putin and Xi, accusing him of undermining national security and enabling foreign interference. During a...
Curated Video
Protesters Breach Capitol Building, Forcing Senate and House Out of Chambers
Pro-Trump protesters stormed the U.S. capitol building on Wednesday as Senators were voting to certify the electoral college vote. Lanhee Chen, Fellow at the Hoover Institution, joined Cheddar to break down the events as they unfolded.
Curated Video
Can the world still look to U.S. for leadership on democracy?
World leaders react in shock to storming of U.S. Capitol in Washington