Unravel the complexities and understand the basics of the German government. Germany is a parliamentary democracy, with a constitution and a federal, bicameral assembly. Find out exactly what this means as you explore the country’s...

Saudi Arabia is one of only two countries—the other being Vatican City—that do not have a separate legislative body. Political parties are banned, and there is no national legislative body or general elections. Historically, Saudi kings...

Howcast - Learn if you're ready for basic training with the quiz in this US army basic training video from Howcast with Sergeant Michael Volkin.

In 1787, the framers of the Constitution met in Philadelphia to create a new form of government. The checks and balances that they wrote into law have distributed power evenly, between three branches of government, ever since.

This Video Explains Checks and Balances

This video discusses the ongoing debate over filibuster reform in the U.S. Senate. It explores how filibusters can block significant legislation, the concept of the Nuclear Option, and the challenges of bipartisan unity. Learn how the...

This video explains how the founding fathers met in 1787 to create the US Constitution, establishing the government's three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. It introduces the concepts of separation of powers and checks...

Gain insight into the structure of state governments, including their resemblance to the federal system and the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Learn about the significance of state constitutions in...

Dr. Forrester reviews how a democratic government works. She discusses why laws are enacted and the process involved in passing a law.

Dr. Forrester reviews the three branches of federal government. She then gives an example of how a bill becomes law.

Dr. Forrester talks about our three-tiered form of government. She gives an overview of each branch of government and discusses how officials are elected.

Dr. Forrester talks about the responsibilities of the local and state governments and explains the similarities in the way they operate.

Here is a terrific way to memorize the three branches of the American government.

Duties of the Legislative Branch discusses the structure and responsibilities of the legislative branch of government.

Learn the 3 Branches of Government in the U.S. by KLT App for iPhone & iPad

"Federalism" defines the concept of federalism and identifies examples of the powers granted and denied to states and the national government in the American federal system of government.

The straightforward dope on Judicial Review and meaning of Marbury v Madison.

HipHughes prepares you for a Check and Balance essay, focusing on the rejection of Treaty of Versailles and the Supreme Court case U.S. v Nixon (74)

A super broad overview of judicial review, the 14th amendment and various Supreme Court cases found on the US Regents exam in United States History.

First, you are not a dummy. Watch Mr. Hughes serve up a heaping helpful of Judicial Review designed to help you pass your tests and walking around a little smarter than when you started

How a civil rights lawyer came to be the first African American judge on the Supreme Court.

In this video, the concept of venue in a legal case is explained. Venue refers to the physical location where a case will be tried. The video discusses the circumstances under which a change of venue may be requested, such as for...

The right to stand up for what we believe in is as American as apple pie and is protected under US law by the Bill of Rights: a list of ten amendments to the US Constitution that almost never existed.

Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 13. This clip outlines the structure of the U.S. government. It demonstrates how the three branches of government are designed to be separate from one another.