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How the Electoral College Works—And Why It Exists

Teaching American History

The Electoral College process respects the federal character of the United States, giving certain roles to the states and others to the federal government. Much of the discussion during the Constitutional Convention revolved around measures needed to balance the powers of the state and national governments. How does the process work?

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Column: Pop quiz: What state just banned an AP African American studies course?

The Hechinger Report

King understood that our rights are not given to us by the government, but are ours by the grace of God,” the governor said. This suppression of Black history is going to become a national thing if DeSantis and people who support him gain control of the federal government and the White House.”

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Applications Open Soon for Spring Multi Day Seminars

Teaching American History

Applications open soon for our Spring 2025 Multi Day Seminars! We are hosting seminars on a variety of topics in American history and politics. Teaching American History hosts Multi-Day seminars at no cost to American history and government teachers. A supportive and engaged group of educators.

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In Memoriam: Renowned Political Scientist and former APSA President, Dr. Matthew Holden, Jr., Passes Away

Political Science Now

renowned political scientist, distinguished educator, and cherished mentor, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 93. He succeeded African Americans Ralph Bunche and Lucius Barker as president. Mary Coleman and John Matthew Holden, with additional contributions from The HistoryMakers website and the APSA.

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Careers at Community Colleges: Applying to Jobs at 2-Year Institutions

Political Science Now

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 5:00 pm ET / 2:00 pm PT | Register Here This virtual workshop provides specific advice and strategies for job candidates to consider when applying for a faculty position at a community college. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Southern Illinois University, an M.A.

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How a Lack of Child Care Affects Small Businesses

ED Surge

Small business owners told Goldman Sachs they’d like to see government support for improving their options. Currently, the federal government allows businesses to get up to $150,000 back on their taxes for providing child care for their employees. As many as 77 percent would support an increase in federal funding for child care.

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July 4, 2024: Democracy on the Brink

Diane Ravitch

In my school days, we learned only the positive spin on American history. As a college student and a graduate student and an adult, I learned about the dark side of our nation’s history. Here’s hoping we can celebrate a new burst of freedom and the rule of law in 2025. Patriotism is in my blood.