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Extablishing the Three Branches of Government
In 1787, the founders agreed to replace the Articles of Confederation with a new system of government. The Constitution divided power between the Legislature, the Executive, and the Judiciary, each with its own roles and responsibilities.
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The Early Judicial Branch
The U.S. Constitution established the Judicial Branch of government, outlining its foundational structure, and over time, its role and responsibilities have evolved through legal precedents and Acts of Congress.
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Causes of the War of 1812
The War of 1812 pitted the fledgling United States against Great Britain in a second war of independence. But what factors influenced Congress’ contentious decision to declare war in the first place?
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Kansas-Nebraska Act
The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allowed territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty, escalating tensions that led to the Civil War.
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Missouri Compromise
The Missouri Compromise was designed to maintain a delicate balance of power in Congress between slave states and free states. But how did it come about, what did it mean and how did it contribute to the US Civil War?
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Bleeding Kansas
In the 1850s, the newly established territory of Kansas descended into chaos – as pro and anti-slavery activists attempted to influence its admittance to the Union. Bleeding Kansas was a precursor to the Civil War.
Great Big Story
Inside the Library of Congress, exploring America's largest library
Discover the vast collections of the Library of Congress, from rare manuscripts to historical maps and music.
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Sources of Law - United States
What are the primary sources of law in the United States
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Appointing and Removing Agency Authorities
How are members of an administrative agency appointed? How are they removed?
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Process for Creating Administrative Regulations
This Video Explains Process for Creating Administrative Regulations
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Sequestration (Government Spending)
Sequestration refers to automatic spending cuts that occur through the withdrawal of funding for certain (but not all) government programs.
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Understanding the Securities and Exchange Commission
This video explains the role and function of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The video emphasizes that the SEC is the key enforcer and plays a crucial role in promulgating regulations and enforcing the securities law regime.
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US Code of Laws
In the law of the United States, the Code of Laws of the United States of America is the official compilation and codification of the general and permanent federal statutes. It contains 53 titles.
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US Code of Federal Regulations
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) presents the official and complete text of agency regulations in an organized fashion in a single publication. The CFR is updated by amendments appearing in the daily Federal Register. Used together,...
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Functions of Administrative Agencies
This Video Explains Functions of Administrative Agencies
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Authority to review Agency Rulemaking
This Video Explains Authority to review Agency Rulemaking
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Authority for Judiciary Under Article II
This Video Explains Authority for Judiciary Under Article II
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Authority for Administrative Agency Functions
Authority for Administrative Agency Functions
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Agency Creation and Powers
Agency law concerns the relationship between a principal and an agent. This video explains wow are Agencies created and what are Agency Powers?
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Administrative and Legislative Courts
What are Administrative and Legislative Courts in the US Legal System.
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Why So Much Land In The West Is Owned By The Federal Government
The United States federal government is the largest land owner in the entire country. In particular, most of its current land holdings exist within the western half of the contiguous United States, with very little in the eastern half....
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The Northwest Territory: Washington’s Gamble and the Native Resistance
In 1787, the United States faced mounting debt and unrest as settlers pushed illegally into the Northwest Territory, sparking violent resistance from Native American tribes. Despite calls for fairness, President George Washington...