Category: Politics in the Classroom
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The 1880 Republican National Convention: A Model of Democratic Process and Political Drama for the 2024 DNCC
The 1880 Republican National Convention in Chicago featured a dramatic clash of factions, leading to the unexpected nomination of James A. Garfield. This showed the power of compromise and oratory in politics.
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TDIH: Elbridge Gerry born in 1774
The article explores gerrymandering, its intricate tactics, real-world implications, and potential solutions to safeguard electoral integrity.
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Simplify Access to Veterans’ Benefits
Veterans deserve simplified, accessible benefits. Legislative action is needed to streamline processes and address unjust policies for the well-being of those who served.
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Live Aid 40 Years Later
The 1985 Live Aid concerts, organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, raised significant funds for Ethiopian famine relief through global musical performances.
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POTUS Debate Missed Out On AI and LLM policy
The CNN POTUS Debate’s missed opportunity to address the economic impact of new technologies. They emphasized the need for federal AI policy in education.
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1992 Election and Draft Perot
The 1992 U.S. presidential election marked the rise of independent candidate H. Ross Perot, reshaping views on third-party political influence.
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