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Encyclopedia Britannica: Vernon E. Jordan, Jr.

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Vernon E. Jordan, Jr., an American attorney, civil rights leader, business consultant, and influential power broker. Although he never held political office, Jordan served as a key adviser...
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Siteseen: American Historama: World Trade Center Bombing

For Students 9th - 10th
Article contains interesting facts and information on the 1993 World Trade Center Bombing, the beginning of a string of threats and terror attacks against the United States made by both foreign and domestic terrorists.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Waco Siege

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed fact sheet contains information on the Waco Siege, involving the Texas cult of Branch Davidians led by David Koresh.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Unabomber

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover interesting facts and information about the Unabomber, American anarchist Ted Kaczynsk, who was arrested on April 3, 1996.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Fmla

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)that was passed on February 05, 1993. It requires companies to provide workers with up to 12 weeks per year of unpaid leave for family and medical emergencies.
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For Students 9th - 10th
An article by the BBC that outlines the opposition between former President Clinton and the Congress concerning tax relief bills during his administration.