American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video focuses on documents...

The Supreme Court’s responsibility is to interpret all laws and ensure that they do not conflict with the founding principles of the Constitution. The Supreme Courts role in government has not always been as clear cut as it is now,...

At the end of last year, the House of Representatives voted to impeach the president, Donald Trump. In this video, we explain how the process works in theory and how it played out for Trump. We also discuss what's set to happen when it...

Professor Richard Brooks (NYU Law) explains how systemic racism of the past continues to haunt the present.<br/>

Ever wonder why a new appointment to the Supreme Court is such big news? Of the three branches that make up the Federal Government, it’s arguably the judiciary – the courts system – that has the greatest impact upon our lives.

Who is up after Georgie? Why it's John Adams! He helped with the Declaration of Independence and in general was one of the most important founding fathers. What else did he do? Check it out here!

The Supreme Court interprets the meaning of the laws put forth by the executive and legislative branches of government. The program demonstrates how the Court assesses how laws are being applied, whether they violate the constitution,...

This video provides an overview of the Supreme Court, its history, role, and powers. It explains how the Supreme Court ensures that laws are constitutional and examines the process for filling vacancies on the Court. The video also...

This video provides a description of the establishment and structure of the Judicial Branch of the United States government. The video also discusses the three levels of federal courts - district courts, circuit courts, and the Supreme...