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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Election of 1896

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the election of 1896 which had one candidate representing two political parties, and the other candidate who did not campaign. See what people supported the Democratic candidate and why. Find out who was elected and who...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1800 1848: The Election of 1800

For Students 9th - 10th
The growing partisanship between the Federalist camp, led by John Adams, and the Democratic-Republican camp, led by Thomas Jefferson, resulted in a bitterly contested presidential election in 1800.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Herblock's Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Historically significant collection of political cartoons featuring U.S. Presidents from Library of Congress online teacher-student resources.
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Other

Earliest Voices William Taft

For Students 9th - 10th
Hear historic voice recordings of Supreme Court Justice and President William Howard Taft on such issues as the gold standard, the right of labor, and the rise and progress of the American Negro. A biography and downloadable images...
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Fac: Curfews, Loitering, and Freedom of Association

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed article offers a well-documented overview of this constitutional freedom, as well as an FAQ section and additional cases and resources focused specifically on this aspect of the First Amendment. (Published Sept. 16, 2002 /...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: Teddy Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Nancy Reagan's Children Remember Devotion and Humor

For Students 9th - 10th
Article reports on the death of former first lady Nancy Reagan and how she was remembered at her recent funeral.
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University of Groningen

American History: Biographies: Henry Carey 1793 1879

For Students 9th - 10th
Henry Carey was the eldest son of Mathew Carey, an Irish freedom fighter who was recruited to the intelligence networks established by Benjamin Franklin, and sent to Philadelphia to run what was then the largest printing operation in...
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Fieldston School United States History Survey: Rugged Individualism Speech

For Students 9th - 10th
Herbert Hoover closed his 1928 presidential campaign with this speech, an expression of the Republican Party's philosophy of rugged individualism.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: British Coalition Government

For Students 9th - 10th
The first coalition government has been formed in 70 years in Britain. Discussed in this article are the similarities to the American Republican Party, speculation on how long the coalition may last and the need for cuts in public...
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Lincoln at Cooper Union

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An essay about Lincoln's speech in 1860 at Cooper Union which brought him to the attention of the national Republican Party.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Chester Alan Arthur: Domestic Affairs

For Students 9th - 10th
A good look at the domestic policies of President Chester A. Arthur, who demonstrated an independence from the Republican Party line.
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Ohio State University

E History: Ballinger Pinchot Controversy

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief, but thorough, explanation of the controversy and antagonism between Gifford Pinchot and Richard Ballinger concerning conservation and the government's role in protecting public land. Read how this issue caused a rift in the...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Andrew Jackson: Campaigns and Electiions

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll through this article to the Campaign and Election of 1832. Find out who ran against Andrew Jackson and what political parties were involved.
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CNN

Cnn: Goldwater Remembered 'A Great Patriot'

For Students 9th - 10th
This article remembering the political career of former Senator Barry Goldwater offers words of praise from members of both political parties.
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Digital History

Digital History: The Election of 1800 [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Perhaps the most important election in United States history, the election of 1800 pitted John Adams against Thomas Jefferson. Read about their differences and the differences in the political parties that supported them. [pdf]
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The Dirksen Congressional Center

Congress for Kids: Elections: National Conventions an Inside View

For Students 3rd - 5th
Follow the Presidential election to the political parties' National Conventions. Find out what goes on during those events, and why they are important to the election process.
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Wisconsin Historical Society

Wisconsin Historical Society: The Career of Robert M. La Follette

For Students 9th - 10th
Robert M. La Follette was a popular Republican from Wisconsin in the Progressive Era. He was a Congressman, a governor of Wisconsin and a Senator who advocated direct primaries to thwart the political machines. In addition to his...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Howard Taft

For Students 9th - 10th
A great in-depth biography of William Howard Taft. Topics include: his life before the presidency, campaigns and elections, domestic affairs, foreign affairs, and life after the presidency. Links to the first lady, his Cabinet members,...
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: What Is Your Affiliation?

For Students 9th - 10th
Political parties have platforms that describe their principles and issue stances in areas such as taxes, education and immigration. Answer the questions to see which party (Democratic, Republican, Green and Libertarian) is your best fit.
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Ohio State University

E History: 1912: Competing Vision for America

For Students 9th - 10th
An evaluation of the 1912 Presidential election. Shows the competing viewpoints at this time in American history and the different aspects of the 1912 election. Click on the other links to learn more about the election through political...
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PBS

This Far by Faith: Henry Mc Neal Turner

For Students 9th - 10th
This PBS series page for This Far by Faith profiles Civil War-era African Methodist Episcopalian churchman Henry McNeal Turner.
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Other

John Kasich

For Students 9th - 10th
The official website for the John Kasich for president campaign 2016 offers news and issues about what this candidate stands for.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: "Morning in America"

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the mood of the United States people in 1980, and see how Ronald Reagan's agenda reflected that mood.

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