Cerebellum
American Transformation And Industrialisation: 1868-1890 - The Compromise (1877)
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this video, documents conceived...
Curated Video
Emancipation Proclamation Exposed
The Emancipation Proclamation is one of the most important and misunderstood documents in US history. So, what did it actually proclaim?
The March of Time
Hoover speaks
MOT 1935: INTERVIEW: Past-President Herbert Hoover sitting at desk w/ unidentified man taking notes saying he only wants country to know issues criticizing 'New Deal' spending w/o balancing the budget 'printing press credit & increased...
TLDR News
Texas' Controversial Legislative Session: Anti-Abortion, Open Gun Carry & Voter Reform - TLDR News
Texas's latest legislative session has just come to an end, but the controversy seems to be only just beginning with some very republican, conservative laws being passed. These laws relate to the open carry of guns, changes to abortion...
Curated Video
Get Schooled! How the Electoral College Works
It's a system that's unique to the United States of American – but exactly is the electoral college, how does it work and what part does it play in our democracy? Discover more about the group of "electors" who have the final say.
Jabzy
Spanish Civil War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Spanish Civil War
Science360
Science Behind The News: Opinion Polls & Random Sampling
During political elections, news organizations often use public opinion polls to help gauge which candidate is the front runner, and why. University of Michigan's Dr. Vincent Hutchings explains the science of random sampling that makes...
Religion for Breakfast
Can Your Religion Predict Your Politics?
A recent study analyzed 130,000 religious leaders in the United States, mostly from Christian and Jewish denominations. The researchers compared their voting registration with their denominations, trying to find trends in each...
Cerebellum
The Election Process In America - Introduction
The right to vote is our single most important right as American citizens, and yet, many Americans fail to exercise this valuable right. The Election Process In America. Part 1
Jabzy
Gran Colombia-Peru War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Gran Colombia-Peru War
Mazz Media
How to Become President of the United States
As citizens of the United States it's important to understand the process for electing our presidents. This program guides students through the entire process. Students will learn what the qualifications are to become president and the...
Hip Hughes History
The Sherman Anti-Trust Act Explained: US History Review
With the Time Warner - Comcast merger knowing the basics to the Sherman Anti-Trust is essential. Non patronizing, fun and focused, let HipHughes help you grow your brain!
Hip Hughes History
NAFTA Explained: US History Review
Get the skinny on the basics behind the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Curated Video
Chapstick Spy Devices and the Role they Played in Watergate
21st century spies have some serious tech at their disposal but back in the 1970s, things were a little more DIY. This is the story of a spy device disguised as chapstick tubes that played a key part in America’s most infamous burglary,...
Curated Video
“You're Fired!” How To Get Rid Of The President
Impeachment is the process of removing the President from office. But what does it really take to get fired as Commander-in-Chief?
Curated Video
Teddy Roosevelt: One of the Toughest Presidents
When you think of American tough guys, who springs to mind? Probably not the President. But two-term Commander-in-Chief Teddy Roosevelt was hard as nails.
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1868
The 21st Presidential election in American history took place on November 3rd, 1868. It was the first one to take place after the Civil War, and the first to take place during a period historians refer to as the Reconstruction Era. The...
Mazz Media
Hail to the Chief: Presidential Elections
Presidential Elections brings the electoral process to life. Students will learn about political "platforms" and party "tickets," as well as fascinating facts about former presidents that will stimulate classroom discussion. In addition,...
The March of Time
1952: ORGANIZED LABOR: EXT VS Steam worker John Cody working steam machine outside entrance to Baker Smith Co. contractors store, John speaking about unions, Democrats vs. Republicans, voting. Laborer, NYC
MOT 1952: ORGANIZED LABOR: EXT VS Steam worker John Cody working steam machine outside entrance to Baker Smith Co. contractors store, John speaking about unions, Democrats vs. Republicans, voting. Laborer, NYC
Oxford Comma
How to Write Amazing Transitions: A Case Study of Sarah Vowell's "Shooting Dad"
A piece originally delivered on radio, "Shooting Dad" gives a personal account of the political divide in the United States. This video specifically looks at the musicality of the piece; what moves it from a good essay to a great one.
Curated Video
Republican proposes restroom ban as first openly transgender member joins House
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace is proposing banning transgender women from using the women's restroom as Rep. Sarah McBride becomes the House's first openly transgender member. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
President-elect Trump nominates North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum for Interior Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as the Secretary of the Interior. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
President-elect Trump says he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general
Congressman Steve Scalise praised the decision by Trump to nominate Gaetz as the next attorney general.
Press Association
Nigel Farage says UK should 'roll out the red carpet' for Donald Trump
Nigel Farage said the UK should “roll out the red carpet” for Donald Trump, speaking to media at the Reform Party's Welsh Conference on Friday.