Instructional Video7:32
Hip Hughes History

Landmark Supreme Court Cases: US v Lopez (1995)

6th - 12th
It's on the test, for real. Dive in for an enthusiastic and educational explanation of the landmark decision handed down by the Rehnquist Court in 1995, US v Lopez.
Instructional Video5:24
Hip Hughes History

Korematsu vs United States Explained : US History Review

6th - 12th
Every American should know the Supreme Court decision, Korematsu vs United States (1944). Be sure to subscribe to HipHughes History with over 250 video lectures! / hiphughes
Instructional Video5:37
Hip Hughes History

Hustler Magazine vs Falwell: Supreme Court Review

6th - 12th
An overview of the the landmark decision, Hustler Magazine vs Falwell. Done with as much grace as possible when you are talking about religious figures having sex with their mother.
Instructional Video4:22
Hip Hughes History

Gideon v Wainwright Explained in 5 Minutes: US History and Government Review

6th - 12th
HipHughes explains the fundamentals about the Warren Court decision of 1963, Gideon v Wainwright. Perfect for struggling students, lazy crammers and the cray cray on the internet.
Instructional Video6:09
Hip Hughes History

Gay Marriage Legalized: Obergefell v. Hodges

6th - 12th
A run through of the major arguments in the Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges which legalizes gay marriage in all 50 states.
Instructional Video5:42
Hip Hughes History

Boy Scouts of America vs Dale: American Government Review

6th - 12th
A straight forward from the "hip" explanation of the court case which a) allows for some groups to discriminate against gays and lesbians OR b) allows for groups to have the freedom to associate with whom they choose. Perfect for AP...
Instructional Video7:53
Hip Hughes History

America and the Elite Theory of Democracy

6th - 12th
Mr. Hughes lays a little lovin' on you in the form of a short summary of the elite theory of government. No not communist propaganda or the Democratic playbook of hamming up class warfare, just an honest analysis of the intention of the...
Instructional Video11:39
Hip Hughes History

3 Steps to a Better History Essay

6th - 12th
The basics to putting together a strong history essay.
Instructional Video10:22
Hip Hughes History

Judicial Review in Ten Minutes

6th - 12th
A super broad overview of judicial review, the 14th amendment and various Supreme Court cases found on the US Regents exam in United States History.
Instructional Video3:43
Hip Hughes History

Federalist #47 Explained: American Government Review

6th - 12th
An overview of James Madison's classical writing on checks and balances, Federalist #47.
Instructional Video6:19
Hip Hughes History

Can Congress Sue Obama? The Boehner Lawsuit Simply Explained

6th - 12th
Can the Speaker of the House sue a sitting President? Well... kinda
Instructional Video9:32
Hip Hughes History

The Death Penalty: Yea or Nay?

6th - 12th
A short history of the death penalty in the United States with an emphasis on judicial interpretations. We also look at some of the issues that relate it its use. Comments & discussion are encouraged.
Instructional Video6:54
Hip Hughes History

The Alabama Human Life Protection Act: Challenging Roe v Wade

6th - 12th
With Alabama directly challenging the historic abortion rights case Roe v Wade, making it illegal with doctors facing 90 years in jail, I thought a video was in order. What does the Alabama bill say and how if at all will it affect...
Instructional Video10:22
Hip Hughes History

Why Abortion is Legal: Roe v Wade Explained

6th - 12th
Why is abortion legal in the United States? What is the Roe v Wade decision? A direct explanation of the 1973 Supreme Court Decision which legalized abortion across the country without any of the politics, bias or controversy. / hiphughes
Instructional Video12:43
Hip Hughes History

United States v Shipp Explained

6th - 12th
A new HipHughes style involving an Amish rocking chair and an episode of Seinfeld. In this new video we examine the dynamic, tragic and monumentally important case of US V SHIPP. Set against a lynching this case had THREE notable firsts!
Instructional Video14:13
Hip Hughes History

The War on Christianity? The Religious Freedom Restoration Act Explained

6th - 12th
A video lecture focusing on Indiana and the controversy regarding its Religious Freedom Restoration Act and anti-gay discrimination. A look through the Constitution and judicial precedent and common sense as I pretend to be Johnny Cash...
Instructional Video17:53
Hip Hughes History

The Wall, "The Supreme Court, Religion and Public Schools"

6th - 12th
A look at the landmark cases that have helped defined the role religion can play in public schools.
Instructional Video8:07
Hip Hughes History

The Violence Against Women Act: US v Morrison (2000)

6th - 12th
Is the Violence Against Women Act Constitutional? An examination of the interstate commerce clause through the lens of the Supreme Court case US V Morrison (2000).
Instructional Video18:36
Hip Hughes History

The Liberty Amendments Explained: Article V Convention of States

6th - 12th
A look at the Constitutional process of starting a Constitutional Convention by the states. And an straight forward focus on Mark Levin's proposed "Liberty Amendments" and the Convention of States pushing for a Constitutional Convention.
Instructional Video8:49
Hip Hughes History

The Hobby Lobby Supreme Court Decision Explained

6th - 12th
A breakdown of the Supreme Court ruling, Burwell vs Hobby Lobby, taking a look at the issues of Constitutionality, Obamacare, religious liberty, corporate personhood as well as the majority and dissent opinions. I had to put on my Johnny...
Instructional Video9:51
Hip Hughes History

The Executive Branch in Twenty Minutes (1/2)

6th - 12th
A short lecture highlighting the constitutional powers found in the constitution as they relate to Article II: The Executive Branch.
Instructional Video33:52
Hip Hughes History

Supreme Court Cases For Dummies: US History Review

6th - 12th
First, you are not a dummy. Watch Mr. Hughes serve up a heaping helpful of Judicial Review designed to help you pass your tests and walking around a little smarter than when you started
Instructional Video7:56
Hip Hughes History

Killing ObamaCare: Explaining King vs Burwell

6th - 12th
An overview of the current lawsuit being examined by the Supreme Court which could theoretically kill Obamacare.
Instructional Video3:19
Hip Hughes History

Why do Federal Judges Have Lifetime Appointments? Government Review

6th - 12th
HipHughes ponders a question; Should Federal Judges get jobs for life? Or should they face the wrath of voters.