Curated Video
What is Presidents' Day?
Every year, on the third Monday of February, Americans celebrate Presidents’ Day. A federal holiday that originally began as a birthday celebration for George Washington, the first President of the United States.
Curated Video
Tammany Hall: Controlling New York Politics
It is the historic New York building that is synonymous with greed, crime and corruption, but what is the true story behind Tammany Hall?
Vlogbrothers
The Most Popular Word in the World
Is OK the most popular word in the world? That depends on how you look at it. It's been argued that it's the most /spoken/ word in the world, but I have to call BS on that. The most spoken word has got to be "the" or "I" or the...
Professor Dave Explains
Martin Van Buren: Best Mutton Chops Ever (1837 - 1841)
Martin Van Buren was an interesting fellow. He was the first president born after American independence from Britain, so he was the first president actually born an American citizen. Also, he was the first president of non-British...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Martin Van Buren: 60 Second Presidents
Lively animated video [1:24] featuring the life and presidency of Martin Van Buren. Accompanied by background essay on Van Buren and student handout. Corresponding National Education Standards for teachers.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Van Buren on Political Parties Part 1
Discusses Martin Van Buren's views on political parties.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Van Buren on Political Parties Part 2
Continues the discussion of Van Buren's view of political parties.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Van Buren's Revolutionary Idea
Martin Van Buren's believed that two parties could function very well in government and would serve as an additional check on any abuse of power.