Nearly every president has had the opportunity to name a nominee to the United States Supreme Court. But what makes someone an ideal candidate to become a Supreme Court justice? High schoolers test their prior knowledge about the...

Scholars demonstrate what they know about the separation of powers through role play. Two individuals act out a skit as the remaining class members discuss and decide whether the interaction they observed is an appropriate example...

Here is a very simple handout that illustrates how the Constitution provides for a separation of powers between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Here is a fantastic resource on the civil rights movement! It includes reading materials and worksheets, and particularly highlights major legislation and the role of the judicial branch in the federal government in addressing the...

Learn about the judicial branch of the federal government, how the organization of the federal judiciary is determined, the functions and responsibilities of the Supreme Court, and features of the judicial process.

Explains how the Judicial Branch of North Carolina's state government is organized.

This resource covers Article III, Section 1, which focuses on the judicial branch of the United States government.

This Wikipedia entry on the Federal government of the United States gives detailed information on each aspect of the judiciary branch.

This site gives insight into both the creation of the U.S. Supreme Court as well as its transformation to its present state. Throughout the text links can be found which lead to various Supreme Court topics and information.

A popular introductory guide for American citizens and those of other countries who seek a greater understanding of our heritage of democracy. The question-and-answer format covers a broad range of topics dealing with the legislative,...

Explains how the three branches of state governments work and the different levels and responsibilities of local governments.

In December 1829, President Andrew Jackson announced his Indian removal proposal in an address to the U.S. Congress. In 1830 Congress passed the Indian Removal Act, which authorized the president to grant the Indians unsettled lands west...

Read about the current state of affairs in the Egyptian government. You can find out about the strong executive branch, the political parties, and the background of the judicial branch. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background...

Unanimously elected President of the United States twice, George Washington played an essential part in shaping the role and function of the President of the United States. Here are ten facts about his time in office.

Act establishing the organization of the U.S. federal court system, which had been sketched only in general terms in the U.S. Constitution. The act established a three-part judiciary-made up of district courts, circuit courts, and the...

Biography of Supreme Court Justice, Anthony Kennedy, appointed by Ronald Reagan and taking his seat as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court on February 18, 1988.

The 18th-century statesmen who met in Philadelphia were adherents of Montesquieu's concept of the balance of power in politics. This principle was supported by colonial experience and strengthened by the writings of John Locke, with...

This site provides easy to read information on the government of the Dominican Republic. Topics include the type of government, branches of government, political parties, and more.

A concise look at the governmental structure of Albania including its legislature, executive branch,and judicial structure. You can also find a chart showing the current governmental officials and political parties. Information is from...

Learn about the political conditions and government of Equatorial Guinea and how the branches of government work. You can see a list of current government officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A good look at the successful government of Botswana, a country with a stable and free democracy. You can find a list of the current governmental officials. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the government of Barbados which is based on the British parliamentary system. You can find out about the elections, political parties, and branches of government. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A discussion of the branches of government of Kenya and a look at the current political conditions as well as a chart showing the current government officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the strides the Burundi government has made since the civil war of the 1990's. You'll find a chart of the governmental officials and a break-down of the branches of government and political parties. Informations is from the...