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What is the 25th Amendment?
April 15, 2022
Explore how the 25th amendment cleared confusion about the transfer of presidential power.
Filibusters
January 10, 2022
Do filibusters foster bipartisan cooperation? Or stop democracy in its tracks?
Diversity in Congress
December 15, 2021
Does the demographic makeup of congress match the diversity of the American population?
Native American Governments
November 24, 2021
Long before Europeans arrived in the U.S., Native Americans had sophisticated governments.
Executive Orders
November 8, 2021
U.S. Presidents since George Washington have used executive orders to move their agenda.
What is "The Latino Vote"?
October 21, 2021
There are a few reasons why Latino voters continue to surprise political analysts.
Hispanic Leaders
October 19, 2021
Meet three trailblazing Hispanic leaders both past and present who have shaped our country
Lame Ducks & The Peaceful Transfer of Power
November 18, 2020
Learn what happens in the days between the presidential election and inauguration day.
How Does the Electoral College Work?
November 2, 2020
The Electoral College is used to decide presidential elections in the United States.
How Are Supreme Court Justices Appointed?
October 30, 2020
Replacing a Supreme Court justice is no easy feat.