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Understanding the Legislative Branch: The Senate and the House of Representatives
This video explains the two sections of the US Congress: the Senate and the House of Representatives. It outlines the differences between them, including how senators and representatives are elected, their responsibilities, and the...
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The Founding Fathers and the Creation of the US Constitution
This video explains how the founding fathers met in 1787 to create the US Constitution, establishing the government's three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. It introduces the concepts of separation of powers and checks and...
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Understanding the House of Representatives
Learn about the House of Representatives, one of two chambers in Congress, with 435 seats allocated based on state population. Discover the roles of the Speaker of the House, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader, as well as the...
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The Formation of the Legislative Branch
Learn how the founding fathers established the United States government after the Revolutionary War, creating three separate branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. Discover how Congress, made up of the House of Representatives...
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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 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...
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Understanding the Seventeenth Amendment: Direct Election of Senators
Learn about the Seventeenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1913, which transformed the process of selecting senators to represent states in Congress. Explore the historical context, challenges with the previous...
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Let's Go There Texas Capitol and Legislative Branch
Travel to the Texas State Capitol and learn about the Texas Legistlative Branch.
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Terms of Office
Dr. Forrester talks about our three-tiered form of government. She gives an overview of each branch of government and discusses how officials are elected.
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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.
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Constitution
The U.S. Constitution, drafted in 1787, established a strong federal government, outlining legislative, executive, and judicial branches, and remains the nation's supreme governing document.
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The Real Reason Why the United States Is Constantly at War
#militaryindustrialcomplex #ushistory #usmilitary 40% of all military spending around the entire world is done by the United States. It spends more money on its military than the next ten countries COMBINED. Since World War Two, the...
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The Three Branches of Government Song
Here is a terrific way to memorize the three branches of the American government.
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Separation of Powers
The U.S. federal government consists of three branches: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial. Each one has a distinct role, ensuring a balance of power that protects the institution.
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Republic
A republic, based on the Latin phrase res publica, is a state in which political power rests with the public and their representatives—in contrast to a monarchy. Representation in a republic may or may not be freely elected by the...
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Article I: Legislative Branch
"Article I: Legislative Branch" explains the responsibilities of the legislative branch by analyzing Article I of the Constitution.
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Duties of the Legislative Branch
Duties of the Legislative Branch discusses the structure and responsibilities of the legislative branch of government.
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3 Branches of Government Song
Learn the 3 Branches of Government in the U.S. by KLT App for iPhone & iPad
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Article One: Structure of Powers of Legislative Branch
Article One: Structure of Powers of Legislative Branch explains the responsibilities of the legislative branch by analyzing Article I of the Constitution.
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Checks and Balances
"Checks and Balances" examines the process of checks and balances among the three branches of government by depicting the process and specific duties of each branch.
Hip Hughes History
Checks and Balances: How to Write an Effective Essay
HipHughes prepares you for a Check and Balance essay, focusing on the rejection of Treaty of Versailles and the Supreme Court case U.S. v Nixon (74)
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What is Separation of Powers in the US Constitution
This Video Explains: What is Separation of Powers in the US Constitution
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Authority for Judiciary Under Article I of the Constitution
This Video Explains Authority for Judiciary Under Article I of the Constitution
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The Debt Ceiling Explained: American Government Review
Let HipHughes explain the basics about the Debt Ceiling.