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The Early History of the U.S. Supreme Court
This video explores the creation and development of the U.S. Supreme Court, from its establishment in 1787 to the Judiciary Act of 1869, which set the number of justices at nine. Learn about the court's early challenges, its evolving...
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Voting Rights Act of 1965
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 tackled voter suppression in the United States. While it significantly increased the registration of Black voters, it was not without controversy.
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Supreme Court
Sitting at the pinnacle of the judicial branch of government, the U.S. Supreme Court is the highest court in the land. Its landmark rulings have had an enduring impact on American life and law.
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Susan Clark Holley: Breaking Barriers in Education
Facing racial barriers in 19th-century Iowa, Susan Clark Holley’s legal battle pioneered school desegregation, laying early groundwork for the monumental Brown v. Board of Education case.
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Social Security
When times get tough, Social Security provides a vital financial lifeline for U.S. citizens in need. But how did this revolutionary legislation come into being and what benefits does it provide?
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Rule of Law
U.S. Citizens are required to follow the rule of law, a practice that was tested by former president Richard Nixon.
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Courage: Elizabeth Eckford
Elizabeth Eckford's lone walk to Little Rock High School, amid fierce protests, became a symbol of courage in the fight against racial segregation.
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The Pentagon Papers: Explained
The Pentagon Papers revealed how the U.S. government had lied to the public about its involvement in the Vietnam War. Leaked by the New York Times, this opened the door for future whistleblowers to expose the truth.
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Integrity: Schechter Brothers
In the 1930s, Jewish butchers the Schechter brothers showed integrity when they fought what they felt were unjust regulations, in order to uphold their faith and customer trust.
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Injustice: Roger Taney
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Roger Taney's unjust majority opinion in Dred Scott v. Sandford shockingly declared Black individuals weren't citizens, solidifying slavery's grip and pushing the nation closer to Civil War.
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MOT 1951: Supreme Court Justice William O Douglas
WS US Supreme Court. Article 'Justice Douglas on Iran' Supreme Court Justice William O Douglas (1898-1980) SOT saying oil crisis result of breaking colonialism no one can stop it but we must guide it along democratic lines.
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EB Insights: Supreme Court
Learn more about the U.S. Supreme Court, including how a new justice is seated.
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History Kids: All About the Supreme Court
This video provides an overview of the Supreme Court, its history, role, and powers. It explains how the Supreme Court ensures that laws are constitutional and examines the process for filling vacancies on the Court. The video also...
Bloomberg
Do Supreme Court Justices Need a Code of Conduct?
In this video, we look at the history of judicial ethics and probe the constitutionality of creating a code of conduct for Supreme Court justices. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is under scrutiny for failing to disclose thousands...
Bloomberg
SCOTUS Rules Against Student Loan Forgiveness Plan
Bloomberg's Sara Fordern and Ryan Teague Beckwith discuss the Supreme Court ruling against President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan, and what this will mean for so many Americans. They also give their insight on the political...
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Vladeck on Affirmative Action Ruling, DEI Programs
Stephen Vladeck, Law Professor at the University of Texas Austin School of Law, discusses the Supreme Court's ruling to end affirmative action, but making an exception for military academies. Vladeck also gives his insights on how...
Bloomberg
Supreme Court Effectively Ends Affirmative Action
The US Supreme Court effectively barred universities from using race as a factor in university admissions, marking the start of a new era in higher education and rolling back decades of precedents. Now schools are trying to figure out...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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ANTI–Brett Kavanaugh – Multiple arrested for civil disobedience on day of Kavanaugh/Ford hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 27, 2018: After the Kavanaugh/Ford hearing demonstrators exited the Hart Senate Office Building and marched to the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court where they rallied and staged an act of civil disobedience by...
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People cheer for TV cameras, wave flags and hold signs supporting the Supreme Court decision on gay marriage
Celebration in front of the Supreme Court after justices rule in favor of gay marriage across the United States.