Ready to get nauseous over some ugly US History? The Constitutional Convention's 3/5ths Compromise broken down so you can understand it for school, for a test or for life.

What is a Lame Duck? A short history of the term with examples of Lame Duck Presidents and Congresses throughout American History.

Mr. Hughes cuts through 7 of the 10 amendments like a hot knife through butter in about thirty seconds.

A short summary of the events leading to the Battle of the Alamo and the effects on the Texas Revolution.

Learn the history of the 23rd amendment in an engaging video lecture by Social Studies teacher Keith Hughes aka HipHughes. In this informative 7 minute lecture we look at the history of Washington DCs struggle to get voting...

The 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution explained for students and life long learners.

Hughes slams down some groovy 1970's political science content for students sweating it out out in an AP Gov course, students lost in an intro to political science class or just people clicking buttons online who landed here.

This lecture examines the concepts of dealignment and realignment of party voters. Designed for AP GOV students and Political Science newbies.

Perfect for APGOV students, Political Science kids, High Schoolers and especially cray cray on the internet. In this lecture we look at what linkage institutions do and the four examples of them for test day!

Mr. Hughes spews some World History regents review. Designed for newbies and for general studies.

Learn the basics about America's first original gangster, George Washington. What did he like to do in his spare time, were his teeth really wooden, and most importantly what actions did he take to help create the foundations of our...

What does it mean when someone is found to be in contempt of Congress as AG William Barr was this week? This video looks at its roots and the option that Congress has to proceed.

Teaching can be difficult when faced with a talented dingdong in your classroom. This video will give you a few pieces of advice in how to deal with your dingdong so you and your class can focus on learning

How does the President launch a nuclear attack? Can they do it by themselves are there checks and balances?

Not that anyone listens to teachers but if you asked me for advice, this is what I would say.

In the final episode of In Control's series, "The Real World," host Kevin explores the option of trade schools as an alternative to traditional college education. Kevin highlights the practical and hands-on nature of trade schools,...

In this episode of In Control's series, "The Real World," host Kevin dives into the topic of college exploration. Recognizing that middle school students often feel lost or uninformed about colleges and universities, Kevin provides a...

In this episode of In Control's series, "The Real World," host Kevin discusses the importance of middle school in shaping future career paths and success. Dispelling the myth that middle school performance has no impact on the real...

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A super quick overview of the first Colonial Congress, the Stamp Act Congress. Put together in response the the Stamp Act and meeting in 1765, this important event is one of the earliest illustrations of the upcoming American Revolution.

Why did the St. Valentine's Day Massacre happen? What were it's effects? Celebrate it by exploring one the bloodiest day in American gangster history. Happy Valentine's Day!

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.

An explainer on the short lived xenophobic and nativist political party, The Know Nothing Party a;so known as the American Party.