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FOX News

Fox News: Roberts: 'I Have No Agenda'

For Students 9th - 10th
Lengthy news report leading up to the Senate confirmation hearings for Chief Justice John Roberts in September, 2005. Article focuses on what to expect in the hearings. Also find photos, video, and links to other resources.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Why Miers Withdrew as Supreme Court Nominee

For Students 9th - 10th
October, 2005 article detailing the reasons for the withdrawal of Harriet Miers as a Supreme Court nominee. (October 27, 2005)
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Q&a: John Roberts to the Supreme Court

For Students 9th - 10th
Background of John Roberts is given in a Q&A format. Roberts' biography, possible impact on court, stance on issues, and more. Article is from July, 2005.
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BBC

Bbc: In Quotes: Reasons for the Iraq War

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the United States' reasons for going to war with Iraq through a number of quotes by politicians in the United States and the United Kingdom. (29 May 2003)
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Other

Abc News: Who Is Harriet Miers?

For Students 9th - 10th
Article from October, 2005, discussing Harriet Miers, her nomination, and background.
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Other

Abc News: Who Is John G Roberts, Jr.?

For Students 9th - 10th
A biographical expose of Supreme Court nominee John Roberts is the focus of this article from July, 2005.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: The u.s. Role in the World (1970'S Into the 21st Century)

For Students 9th - 10th
Given a timeline, students will understand the political, economic, and social impact of selected U.S. political leaders on the world from the 1970s into the 21st century.
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Black Past

Black Past: Powell, Colin

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia entry gives an overview of Colin Powell's life, including his military career and his appointment as Secretary of State.
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CNN

Cnn: Supreme Court Enters Roberts Era

For Students 9th - 10th
October, 2005, story on Chief Justice John Robert's first day on the Supreme Court.
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CNN

Cnn: Roberts Sworn in as Chief Justice

For Students 9th - 10th
John Roberts becomes Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in September, 2005. This article reports on the ceremony. Find other Supreme Court related links on this site.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Roberts Found 'Deep Regard' for Court

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical information about John Roberts can be found in this July, 2005, report.
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Curated OER

Usa Today: Bush Urges 'Timely, Fair Hearing' for Roberts

For Students 9th - 10th
This July, 2005, article focuses on the Senate confirmation hearings of John Roberts. Resources such as related articles, explanation of confirmation process, audio, and video are linked.
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Curated OER

Actor Keith Carradine as President George W. Bush in the Play 'Stuff Happens.'

For Students 9th - 10th
National Public Radio provides highlights of both the top national and international news, as well as various editorials, commentaries, and reviews. The majority of the content is available in audio format.
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Curated OER

Wikipedia: George W. Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
This open-source encyclopedia article from Wikipedia offers an in-depth profile of George W. Bush. Content includes information on his personal life and education, his political career and business ventures before becoming President of...
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Curated OER

Wikipedia: Domestic Policy of g.w. Bush Administration

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia summary of different aspects of George W. Bush's domestic policy. As is the case with all on-line encyclopedias, it is recommended that you find a second source to substantiate information.
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Curated OER

Childhood

For Students 9th - 10th
The Washington Post offers a comprehensive photo gallery of George W. Bush, from his childhood years through his presidency.
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Curated OER

Family Album

For Students 9th - 10th
The Washington Post offers a comprehensive photo gallery of George W. Bush, from his childhood years through his presidency.
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Curated OER

School Days

For Students 9th - 10th
The Washington Post offers a comprehensive photo gallery of George W. Bush, from his childhood years through his presidency.
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Curated OER

Public Life

For Students 9th - 10th
The Washington Post offers a comprehensive photo gallery of George W. Bush, from his childhood years through his presidency.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: The Presidency and the Cold War: Franklin Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive site from the National Portrait Gallery explores presidential actions in relation to the Cold War from the Yalta Conference to the presidency of George H.W. Bush. Click on Franklin Roosevelt to find out about the decisions...
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English Zone

English Zone: American Presidents: Reading for a Specific Purpose

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
In this activity, information about American presidents is provided in chart format on the left and asks students to use the chart to answer the questions on the right. Note: the last president listed is George W. Bush. Java is required.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Presidents of the 20th Century

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart covers the Presidents of the 20th Century, from Theodore Roosevelt to George W. Bush. Important facts and details on each president are included along with a chart to explain Democrat and...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Condoleezza Rice

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life and career of Condoleezza Rice, an American educator and politician, who served as national security adviser and secretary of state to U.S. Pres. George W. Bush.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Republican Party History

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a history of the Republican party and details on the eighteen Presidents who have belonged to the Republican Party through George W. Bush.

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