Ibis Communications
Eyewitness to History: Eugene v. Debs, 1904
The resource investigates Eugene V. Debs. Debs was one of the major players in American politics at the turn of the 20th century. Students listen to Debs speak during the presidential campaign of 1904.
Other
Follow the Money
This site provides information on how money is spent and received in state government. It bills itself as an "independent source of information on campaign contributions in state politics for reporters, researchers and the general public."
Ohio State University
E History: Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard, "The Little Napoleon"
A thorough look at Gen. Beauregard's military career in the Civil War as a Confederate general. Find out what campaigns he was in and how politics affected his career.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War Biography: Winfield Scott Hancock
A biographical profile of Winfield Hancock, a career officer who rose in Union ranks and was highly regarded for the many campaigns he was involved in during the Civil War. Following the war, he continued holding political positions...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Ariel Sharon
A biography of Sharon that highlights his military career and numerous posts he has held in his political career. Site provides hyperlinks to related information such as the 1967 Six-Day War, the Haganah, Sinai Campaign, and more.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Is Mc Carthyism? And How Did It Happen?
In the 1950s, as part of a campaign to expose suspected Communists, thousands of individuals were aggressively investigated and questioned before government panels. Named after its most notorious practitioner, the phenomenon known as...
Digital History
Digital History: Watergate
This site is a comprehensive overview of the Watergate break-in and investigation that would eventually result in Nixon's resignation.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour: Going Negative
A February 2000 Online NewsHour discussion of "negative" campaigning. A good way to learn about how negative campaigning has been used in elections.
Library of Congress
Loc: Guide to Law Online: Election Law
A list of online resources about election law.
Other
Democratic Platform for America 2004
Featured is a list of the Democratic Platform for America presented by the Democratic National Committee in July, 2004. Click on each issue to get further information or click on the links on the left for further election 2004 updates.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Nixon Kennedy Debate
Although Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy weren't the first presidential candidates to use the media to reach the public, their debates showed most clearly how television could influence the voting public.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Lesson Plan: The Presidential Nominating System
This lesson plan may be used to introduce students to the system of primaries and caucuses by which candidates for U.S. president are nominated by their parties. After completing this lesson plan, students will understand the process by...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Lesson: The Presidential Nominating System
This instructional activity may be used to introduce students to the system of primaries and caucuses by which candidates for U.S. president are nominated by their parties. After completing this instructional activity, students will...
Other
Supporting Federal Candidates: A Guide for Citizens
Find out how to take an active part in the election process as a citizen of the U.S.
BBC
Bbc News: A Little of Real Palin Revealed
BBC News provides us with a video of 2008 Republican Vice-Presidential candidate Sarah Palin's TV interview with Charles Gibson on ABC News. Also includes links to news stories related to election 2008. [9:27]
Library of Congress
Loc: Carrie Burnham Argued for Right to Vote
A short description of one of the arguments for women's right to vote.
CNN
Cnn: George W. Bush: The Inauguration of the 43rd President
Follow the 43rd President of the United States through his inaugural celebration. This entertaining website narrates the events of George W. Bush's inauguration as well as providing learning games, interesting historical facts, and the...
Curated OER
New York Times: Election 2004, George W. Bush
The New York Times's coverage of President George W. Bush in the 2004 election. Content includes recent news stories, a look at Bush's stand on numerous issues, campaign multimedia, and more.
Curated OER
New York Times: Election 2004, George W. Bush
The New York Times's coverage of President George W. Bush in the 2004 election. Content includes recent news stories, a look at Bush's stand on numerous issues, campaign multimedia, and more.
Other
The Hill
The Hill is a non-partisan, non-ideological weekly newspaper that describes the inner workings of Congress, the pressures confronting policy makers and the many ways in which decisions are made.
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: Women's Suffrage
The New York Times presents an interactive, online crossword puzzle on women's suffrage. Upper elementary students can participate with some guidance.
PBS
Now With Bill Moyers: Voting
A lesson for examining governmental influences in everyday life. Young scholars analyze a report focusing on a democracy reform effort and predict the impact of suggested reforms. They then strategize on ways to overcome a perceived...
Curated OER
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1896, A Website for Political Cartoons, explains the "Free Silver" campaign of the Populists and the opposing "Sound Money" position. Includes lengthy quotes from publications of the era and links to many editorial cartoons on both sides...