The suspenseful 1948 presidential election exposed the consequences of flawed polls, as Truman's astonishing victory upended expectations and forever changed how pollsters make predictions.

In 1912, Theodore Roosevelt's bold creation of a new political party, the Bull Moose Party, challenged rivals Taft and Wilson, forever altering the political landscape of the United States.

The Presidential Election of 1876 was considered a foregone conclusion, with Democrat Samuel J. Tilden sure to defeat Republican Rutherford B. Hayes, but disputed Southern electoral votes led to an outcome that nobody predicted.

In the Presidential Election of 1824, five men from one party were up for the job. It was left to the House of Representatives to figure out a winner – and the aftermath led to the modern two-party system.

The 1800 Presidential Election, which ended in a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Burr, presented Congress with a dilemma – how to stop a tie from happening again.

The Department of Transportation ensures the equitable and safe transport of goods and people along our roads, railways, skies, waterways and airspace. So, why did it take so long to come into existence?

In 1929, Charles Curtis – a member of the Kaw Nation – made history by becoming the first Vice President of color in the U.S. Yet he left behind a complicated legacy that some claim had a lasting negative impact on Native Americans.

The youngest inaugural poet in history, Amanda Gorman introduced a new generation to the lyrical power of poetry and became a modern-day icon in the process.

Also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, Juneteenth celebrates the resilience of Black Americans and the historic achievement of abolition itself. But how did it come about?

Presidential valets have been a mainstay at the White House since its earliest days. They not only perform vital tasks for the President, but act as confidantes and companions in the most trying of circumstances.

Miss Palomine explains that America is different from other countries because America is made up of millions of people who came from other countries to live here. She also discusses American culture that is popular in most of the world.

We find Miss Palomine standing on the mall in Washington, DC. She talks about all the monuments built to those who have made our country great. She then talks about the amazing monument honoring our soldiers. This leads to a discussion...

We find Miss Palomine standing on the mall in Washington, DC She tells the story of how the British once ruled America. She explains that the Declaration of Independence was signed on the 4th of July. That’s the day America first became...

We find Miss Palomine standing in front of the White House again. She talks about how George Washington became the first President of the United States. She then mentions Abraham Lincoln. She then talks about all the Presidents who have...

Miss Palomine visits the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC and points out the plaque honoring the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. She talks about the ideals that these two great men had in common and mentions Dr. King’s “I Have A...

Miss Palomine explains that history is about important events. She asks the student to find a photograph of a special event in his life, and then dictate the story of the special event to his Guide.

Miss Palomine shows the student a penny, a nickel, a dime, and a quarter. She describes each coin and talks about the value of each.

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Established politicians the world over are facing crises of confidence with their electorates. But 17 years after he took charge of Russia, Vladimir Putin’s approval ratings are still high. Shaun Walker visits Irkutsk in Siberia to...

Every 19 June for more than 150 years African Americans across the US have celebrated freedom from slavery. Guardian US reporter Kenya Evelyn explores the significance of Juneteenth, how celebrations have evolved over the years and looks...

Michael S. Roth '78 became the 16th president of Wesleyan University on July 1, 2007 Formerly president of California College of the Arts (CCA), Roth is known as a historian, curator, author and public advocate for liberal education. A...

Intensive Pronouns demonstrates proper English grammar by identifying and correctly using correct intensive pronouns.

"Article II: Executive Branch" explains the responsibilities of the executive branch, including the role of the president, by analyzing Article II of the Constitution.

In episode 65 of Supreme Court Briefs, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, tries to ban immigrants from certain countries, and it doesn't go so well.