John Adams warned us. George Washington begged us not to. Despite numerous warnings, here we are on the cusp of the 2020 election with two major parties locked in a perpetual struggle for power. Today Danielle looks at the emergence of...

In episode 43 of Supreme Court Briefs, the North Carolina state legislature gerrymanders to help African Americans since North Carolina, ya know, doesn't historically doesn't elect African Americans.

A Congressional Whip works with the party’s leadership in Congress to make sure everyone follows the agenda and votes together. They’re the muscle – the enforcer in a smart suit.

It's ironic. One of the few things most of us can agree on right now is that we are highly polarized. As the U.S. presidential election reaches its conclusion, tensions are running high between political opponents. Democrats view Donald...

Learn the very basics about the 19th century Grange formation. What did they want, whom did they hate on?

A super quick overview of the two beginnings our political party system. Subscribe to HipHughes to keep the universe aligned for free here / hughesdv

An explainer on the short lived xenophobic and nativist political party, The Know Nothing Party a;so known as the American Party.

Let HipHughes accompany you through the basics of the 2004 Election. Understand the root reasons W won his second term and laugh a little bit along the journey of learnin' Visit the complete playlist here • Presidential Elec...

With the 2018 Midterm Elections fast approaching it may be wise to review some important ideas. Here are five political science themes that will help you understand these important events in our history.

Exploring Our Nation:

Donald Trump: The 45th President of the United S

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After beating out 16 candidates in the Republican Primary and securing 304 electoral college votes, Donald John Trump became the...

What caused the Russian Revolution and how did it overthrow the Czar? A basic introduction to the Soviet Revolution of 1917. A great way for teacher's to flip their classes and kids to study and review for their World History tests.

HipHughes cuts through the age of Populism like a gangster, weaving himself through the end of Gilded times up to the election of Teddy Roosevelt.

Watch WSJ Editorial Board members Paul Gigot and Mary O'Grady, columnist William Galston, and contributors Jason Furman and Arthur Laffer, have a lively discussion on the importance of economic growth in America in 2018.

The 16th Presidential election in American history took place on Tuesday, November 7th, 1848. This was the first election that took place on the same day in every state. By law from this point forward, Election Day would be on a Tuesday....

The 25th Presidential election in American history took place on November 4, 1884. Chester Arthur had become President after the assassination of James Garfield. His health had been declining, and he honestly didn't know if he would make...

The program begins with a brief history of the people who fought for civil rights and freedoms for all Americans, and explains how their efforts provided the possibility and opportunity that led to the election of President Obama. ...

Learn about FIVE important third parties in US History.

A video lecture summarizing the Presidential Election of 1872 between Ulysses S. Grant and Horace Greeley. MISTAKE! Greeley was the editor of the TRIBUNE not the HERALD! ugh.

The Election of 1856 Explained. Sorry you must wait four more years for a Civil War!

The 18th Presidential election in American history took place on November 4th, 1856. Franklin Pierce had a rough going over the previous four years, and now struggled to get his own party's renomination. At the Democratic Party's...

From the time of slavery right through to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s there have been many great leaders who fought to break down racial barriers in America. On January 20, 2009 Barack Obama became the first African American...

This video provides guidance on the Hatch Act and social media. We describe what actions are permitted and prohibited for ‘less restricted’ employees.

What does it take to become President of the United States? What is the Electoral College? The program takes kids through the entire election process. Through colorful graphics, lively animation and live-action footage, the entire...

Who was the first black man to run for President? How about the first Woman, Black Woman, Jewish Candidate, Hispanic, Openly Gay person? Watch and find out!