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MP's Make No Deal Harder by Backing Grieve's Amendment - Brexit Explained
A number of MPs (likely a majority) continue to oppose No Deal Brexit, with Dominic Grieve leading the charge on Tuesday night. His amendments were designed to make prorogation more difficult, therefore making it harder for the next...
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Bercow’s Plot to Derail Brexit? - Brexit Explained.
In recent years Conservatives and Brexiteers have become more and more frustrated with Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow. They often see him as too much of a remainer influence in the Commons. In this video, we discuss...
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MPs Approve General Election on December 12 - Brexit Explained
For the last two days MPs debated in the House of Commons, with the government pushing for a general election in December. In this video we discuss this 'Brexit' Election; why it's necessary and the stupidly complicated way that it ended...
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MPs Vote for Brexit Extension. What Now? - Brexit Explained
After a week of votes, MPs finally voted to progress with a plan for Brexit. Well... kind of. MPs resoundingly approved the government's motion to extend the deadline for Brexit. We discuss everything that happened this week, and what...
Curated Video
The Bill of Rights: What is it and what Rights does it Guarantee?
The right to stand up for what we believe in is as American as apple pie and is protected under US law by the Bill of Rights: a list of ten amendments to the US Constitution that almost never existed.
The March of Time
1939: COMMONWEALTH of the PHILIPPINES: LAWS: TU Columned building. VS Legislative meeting in progress, representatives sitting, male representative w/ gavel at podium, male w/ papers, another male making notes at desk.
MOT 1939: COMMONWEALTH of the PHILIPPINES: LAWS: TU Columned building. VS Legislative meeting in progress, representatives sitting, male representative w/ gavel at podium, male w/ papers, another male making notes at desk.
TLDR News
MPs Attempt to Legally Prevent No Deal - Brexit Explained
A lot of MPs are seriously concerned about the possibility of the UK leaving the EU without a deal in place. As such they used their time in Parliament yesterday to rush through a bill which attempts to legally prevent a no deal Brexit....
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The Police & Crime Bill Gets Worse: Cracking Down Even Harder on Protest - TLDR News
We discuss the amendments to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. While this bill has been discussed in the media a lot in the last few months, little attention has been paid to the last-minute amendments the government are...
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Are Johnson's Controversial Plans Dying in the House of Lords? - TLDR News
Johnson has some big (and controversial) plans, but they're not going amazingly. That's because the Lords are proving to be a major sticking point, with them trying to mediate his plans. So in this video we explain the conflict and what...
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Owen Paterson Scandal Explained - TLDR News
Yesterday the Tories acted to defend MP Owen Paterson, who's been accused of breaking parliamentary rules. In response, many in the opposition (and even some on the right) accused the Tories of manipulating the rules to back their own;...
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How Do Laws Get Passed In The UK?
It's pretty hard to tell what's happening in parliament from the outside. So we run through how laws are passed in the UK. From their first reading to when the time the Queen gives them royal ascent.
Hip Hughes History
Calling for a Constitutional Convention by the States
What is Article V and how can it lead to a new Constitutional Convention? An overview of the issue. Perfect for Government students and those who like to engage in political debate.
Mr. Beat
Can Congress Have Term Limits
In episode 46 of Supreme Court Briefs, Arkansas tries to get rid of career politicians through indirect term limits. Yeah but is it legal?
Curated Video
The Bill of Rights: Cornerstone of US Society?
Written by Founding Father James Madison in 1789, The Bill of Rights makes up the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. Many people still consider the Bill of Rights to be the cornerstone of our society, but not everyone agrees.
Wonderscape
History Kids: Constitutional Amendments 25 - 27
In this video, the teacher discusses the 25th, 26th, and 27th Amendments to the United States Constitution. The teacher explains the purpose and significance of each amendment, providing historical context and examples. The teacher also...
Professor Dave Explains
James Madison: Father of the Constitution (1809 - 1817)
James Madison was a tiny fellow, but he packed a political punch. He was absolutely pivotal in the drafting of both the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and he started the Democratic-Republican Party with Thomas Jefferson, all before...
Cerebellum
The United States Constitution - Understanding What The Different Articles Mean
The United States Constitution is one of the most important and versatile documents ever written. Articles 3,4,5,6 are discussed. The United States Constitution. Part 6
Cerebellum
The Legislative Branch Of Government - How A Bill Becomes A Law
This video looks at the process by which a bill becomes a law; how it is brought to the floor through the committee and then sub-committee and after the floor to a joint committee and finally after further voting by the chambers it is...
Curated Video
Battle over bible curriculum in Texas schools
If adopted, the new Texas curriculum would follow Republican-led efforts in neighboring states to give religion more of a presence in public schools. (Scripps News)
Press Association
Cabinet meeting ahead of Rwanda vote in the House of Commons
Rishi Sunak holds a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street ahead of a crucial vote on the Rwanda Bill. Arrivals of Chris Heaton-Harris, Michael Tomlinson, David Cameron, Laura Trott, Grant Shapps, Johnny Mercer, Kemi Badenoch, Steve Barclay,...
Press Association
Humza Yousaf and Stephen Flynn talk at the SNP Conference on Independence Strategy
First Minister Humza Yousaf and SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn talk at the SNP Conference on Independence Strategy.
Bloomberg
Defense Spending Stalemate, Tuberville's Continued Blockade
Bloomberg's Megan Scully and Jonathan Tamari give their remarks on Congress not making much progress on the Defense Spending Bill as Congress is set to go on their August break in a few weeks. They also talk about Senator Tommy...
Bloomberg
Unserious Effort on House GOP's NDAA Agenda: Spanberger
Democratic Representative Abigail Spanberger of Virginia gives her insight on the recent news that there may be potential risks in passing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). She also talks about Senator Tommy Tuberville's...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : STOCKSHOTS: Turkish Parliament in Ankara
Turkish citizens will go to the polls on April 16 to vote on constitutional amendments that would transform the country from a parliamentary democracy into a presidential system