TED Talks
Timothy Bartik: The economic case for preschool
In this well-argued talk, Timothy Bartik makes the macro-economic case for preschool education -- and explains why you should be happy to invest in it, even if you don't have kids that age (or kids at all). The economic benefits of...
Wonderscape
Empowering Citizens: Understanding Additional Powers in US State Governments
Explore the initiative process, referendum, and recall powers granted to citizens in some states, allowing them to directly influence laws and decisions. Learn about the procedures involved and how these mechanisms help balance state...
Wonderscape
Understanding the Judicial Branch in US State Government
Delve into the powers and responsibilities of the judicial branch in state government, including the role of the state supreme court and lower courts. Learn how the judiciary interprets laws and ensures they align with the state...
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Understanding the Legislative Branch of US State Government
Explore the powers and responsibilities of the legislative branch in state government, including the role of state legislatures, the process of creating laws, and the functions of different legislative chambers. Learn how ideas become...
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Understanding the Executive Branch of US State Government
Explore the powers and responsibilities of the executive branch in state government, including the role of the governor and key officials such as the lieutenant governor, treasurer, controller, secretary of state, and attorney general....
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Understanding US State Government Structure
Gain insight into the structure of state governments, including their resemblance to the federal system and the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Learn about the significance of state constitutions in organizing...
Wonderscape
Understanding the Role of US State Governments
Explore the significance of state governments in shaping daily life and enacting laws that affect citizens. Learn about the historical context of state powers, from the Constitutional Convention to the adoption of the Bill of Rights....
Curated Video
Local and State Governments
Dr. Forrester talks about the responsibilities of the local and state governments and explains the similarities in the way they operate.
Curated Video
How Government Affects Us
Dr. Forrester explains how state government functions, and lists some of the public services it provides through tax revenue. She talks about members of the community and how common citizens can make important changes. She closes by...
Curated Video
The Federal Government and the United States Military
Dr. Forrester talks about the responsibilities of the federal government and explains that one of these responsibilities is overseeing the United States military. She describes the value of our military and its development.
Mr. Beat
The First Supreme Court Case That Mattered | Chisholm v. Georgia
In episode 73 of Supreme Court Briefs, the Georgia government borrows money from a dude and never pays it back, which is kind of messed up. What results ultimately leads to the passing of the 11th Amendment and the first major Supreme...
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.
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity Education
Governor of Maryland, Martin O'Malley, addressed cybersecurity participants from academia, Industry, and government as the closing keynote speaker for the first day of a workshop hosted by the National Initiative on Cyber Education...
The Business Professor
Role of State Government in Employment Discrimination
Role of State Government in Employment Discrimination
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: NASA and the Texas Economy
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar talks about managing finances for the Lone Star State and for its citizens. Hegar describes the economic impact of NASA on the state of Texas based on a report drafted by the Comptroller's...
The Business Professor
Federal State and Local Regulations
There are numerous sources of US law and regulation. This video explains what are federal, state, and local regulations?
The Business Professor
Incorporation Doctrine of the 14th Amendment
This Video Explains Incorporation Doctrine of the 14th Amendment
The Business Professor
Understanding Federalism in the United States
This video provides a brief explanation of the concept of federalism, particularly within the context of the United States. It highlights the idea of a central government and separate state governments that operate independently but are...
Mazz Media
Equal Protection and Extending Rights
This program examines how the Supreme Court refused to recognize the intention of the Fourteenth Amendment and the equal protection clause. Students will learn about the concept of “separate but equal” and about the Supreme Court...
The Business Professor
14th Amendment to US Constitution
This Video Explains the 14th Amendment to the US Constitution
Mazz Media
The Ninth and Tenth Amendment: Equal Protection Under the Law
Students will learn that the Ninth Amendment in the Bill of Rights states that the rights of citizens are not limited to those rights spelled out in the constitution. The program discusses that the Tenth Amendment was intended to...
Mazz Media
Equal Protection and Extending Rights
This program examines how the Supreme Court refused to recognize the intention of the Fourteenth Amendment and the equal protection clause. Students will learn about the concept of "separate but equal" and about the Supreme Court...