US Politics: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
How Much Is A Billion?
Context for understanding how much is a billion.
Context for understanding how much is a billion.
Race for US Senate - 2008
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election.
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election.
Historical Presidential Approval Ratings - End Of Term Plus Current Ratings
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings. Links to current approval ratings -- job, Iraq -- as well as Presidential candidate polling data.
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings. Links to current approval ratings -- job, Iraq -- as well as Presidential candidate polling data.
What Are Super-Delegates?
The Democratic Party has three types of delegates; two types are elected at the state level. The third is less well publicized or understood: the super-delegate.
The Democratic Party has three types of delegates; two types are elected at the state level. The third is less well publicized or understood: the super-delegate.
Issue Summary: Abortion
This issue summary provides background about abortion in America, presents various points of view on the political aspects of abortion, and provides links to pro choice and pro life organizations.
This issue summary provides background about abortion in America, presents various points of view on the political aspects of abortion, and provides links to pro choice and pro life organizations.
Key Senate Races, 2008
Get the rundown on 13 key Senate races in the 2008 election.
Get the rundown on 13 key Senate races in the 2008 election.
2008 Election Central
Latest election news, candidate positions on the issues, fundraising information, States to Watch, and a comparison of the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates.
Latest election news, candidate positions on the issues, fundraising information, States to Watch, and a comparison of the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates.
2008 Presidential Primaries
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
2005 Hurricane Season
Names, records set, effect and damage estimates of hurricanes in the 2005 season.
Names, records set, effect and damage estimates of hurricanes in the 2005 season.
Nigerian Yellow Cake
Examination of the facts and fiction surrounding the intelligence community and allegations that Iraq attempted to purchase yellowcake from Niger.
Examination of the facts and fiction surrounding the intelligence community and allegations that Iraq attempted to purchase yellowcake from Niger.
US Politics - Forum Guidelines
Terms of use policies for the US Politics Forum at About.com
Terms of use policies for the US Politics Forum at About.com
Troops In Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
Top 10 Political Movies
Use this gift guide to find the best political movie for the politico on your gift list.
Use this gift guide to find the best political movie for the politico on your gift list.
Obama Political Timeline
When Barack Obama decided he wanted to run for the Illinois Senate in 1996, he ensured his candidacy by successfully challenging the nomination petitions of his four competitors. This article provides a timeline of Obama's political career.
When Barack Obama decided he wanted to run for the Illinois Senate in 1996, he ensured his candidacy by successfully challenging the nomination petitions of his four competitors. This article provides a timeline of Obama's political career.
Hurricane Katrina - Statistics - Two Year Anniversary
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
The Draft
Overview of the history of the draft in the US. Reviews the success of the "all volunteer" Army and the possibility that Congress will reinstitute a draft.
Overview of the history of the draft in the US. Reviews the success of the "all volunteer" Army and the possibility that Congress will reinstitute a draft.
Party In Power - Congress and Presidency - 1945 - 2008
Table showing the party in power in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2006.
Table showing the party in power in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2006.
Death Penalty
After a 10-year moratorium, the United States re-instituted the death penalty in 1977. Overview of statistics, arguments pro-and-con, background of capital punishment.
After a 10-year moratorium, the United States re-instituted the death penalty in 1977. Overview of statistics, arguments pro-and-con, background of capital punishment.
Politics and The Olympics
The Olympic games are renowned as a global event that transcend politics. However, political actions on the part of athletes and nations have colored the quadrennial games. Read on for a brief history, followed by highlights of games marked by politics. The U.S. has played a role in three of those "political" games.
The Olympic games are renowned as a global event that transcend politics. However, political actions on the part of athletes and nations have colored the quadrennial games. Read on for a brief history, followed by highlights of games marked by politics. The U.S. has played a role in three of those "political" games.
Presidential Approval Rating
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2007.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2007.
Gay Marriage - Post Election
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
AG - 1960-1980
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Medicare v Medicaid
Part one: medicare. An indepth look at two government programs for health care: medicare and medicaid.
Part one: medicare. An indepth look at two government programs for health care: medicare and medicaid.
Public Holidays In The US
What are the nationwide public holidays in the United States and how is a holiday born?
What are the nationwide public holidays in the United States and how is a holiday born?
Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
Bill of Rights
History of the Bill of Rights; first 10 amendments to the US Constitution.
History of the Bill of Rights; first 10 amendments to the US Constitution.
Davis-Bacon Act
The Davis-Bacon Act (1931) requires federal contractors to pay prevailing wages -- in other words, public funds cannot be used in price discrimination. Ironically, an Act championed by Republicans has been suspended most almost exclusively by Republican Presidents.
The Davis-Bacon Act (1931) requires federal contractors to pay prevailing wages -- in other words, public funds cannot be used in price discrimination. Ironically, an Act championed by Republicans has been suspended most almost exclusively by Republican Presidents.
Bush Vetos
Details on the bills that have been vetoed by President Bush (43).
Details on the bills that have been vetoed by President Bush (43).
10 Classic Novels
Top 10 classic political novels, from 1984 to To Kill a Mockingbird.
Top 10 classic political novels, from 1984 to To Kill a Mockingbird.
What Is A PAC?
Federal political action committees, PACs, raise "hard" money for the purpose of defeating or electing candidates to federal office: Senators, Representatives, Presidents. PACs must register with the Federal Election Commission.
Federal political action committees, PACs, raise "hard" money for the purpose of defeating or electing candidates to federal office: Senators, Representatives, Presidents. PACs must register with the Federal Election Commission.
Real Median Income, 2007
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Historical Presidential Rating
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
The Hatch Act
Passed in 1939, the Hatch Act restricts the political activity of executive branch employees of the federal government, District of Columbia government, and some state and local employees who work in connection with federally funded programs.
Passed in 1939, the Hatch Act restricts the political activity of executive branch employees of the federal government, District of Columbia government, and some state and local employees who work in connection with federally funded programs.
US Immigration as Percent of Population - 1820-2004 From US Politics at About.com
US Immigration as Percent of Population, from US Politics
US Immigration as Percent of Population, from US Politics
Jena 6 - A Timeline - Events of 2006
Timeline of events in the Jena 6 case in Louisiana, where six black youth were charged with murder in a schoolyard brawl with a white student.
Timeline of events in the Jena 6 case in Louisiana, where six black youth were charged with murder in a schoolyard brawl with a white student.
Contact Congress
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
Debt/GDP by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Supreme Court
An overview of the federal court system in the United States, with profiles of US Supreme Court Justices.
An overview of the federal court system in the United States, with profiles of US Supreme Court Justices.
Panel Rejects Intrinsa
FDA Advisory Panel rejects testosterone via a patch (Intrinsa) for women with surgical menopause.
FDA Advisory Panel rejects testosterone via a patch (Intrinsa) for women with surgical menopause.
Electoral Votes - 2008 Presidential Election
Summary of state electoral votes in 2008.
Summary of state electoral votes in 2008.
McCain-Feingold
The McCain-Feingold Act, Public Law 107-155. is United States federal law that regulates the financing of political campaigns; chief sponsors were Senators John McCain (R-AZ) and Russell Feingold (D-WI). The law became effective 6 November 2002.
The McCain-Feingold Act, Public Law 107-155. is United States federal law that regulates the financing of political campaigns; chief sponsors were Senators John McCain (R-AZ) and Russell Feingold (D-WI). The law became effective 6 November 2002.
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product, from US Politics
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product, from US Politics
Top 10 PACS - 2006
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
Hit Most By Hurricanes
More than three-quarters of the top 29 US cities hit by hurricanes are in Florida.
More than three-quarters of the top 29 US cities hit by hurricanes are in Florida.
George W. Bush
This illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, examines his life from birth to the White House.
This illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, examines his life from birth to the White House.
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
22 House Races To Watch
Get the rundown on 22 key US House races in the 2008 election. Every two years, all 435 seats in the House of Representatives are contested; of the 35 open House seats this November, 28 are held by Republicans. Winners in November will serve in the 111th US Congress from 3 January 2009 until 3 January 2011. The current House is composed of 236 Democrats and 199 Republicans; Democrats gained control in the 2006 mid-term election.
Get the rundown on 22 key US House races in the 2008 election. Every two years, all 435 seats in the House of Representatives are contested; of the 35 open House seats this November, 28 are held by Republicans. Winners in November will serve in the 111th US Congress from 3 January 2009 until 3 January 2011. The current House is composed of 236 Democrats and 199 Republicans; Democrats gained control in the 2006 mid-term election.
Wordless Wednesdays
Wordless Wednesdays blog posts feature photographs, not words. Check out these WW links from the news channel at About.com.
Wordless Wednesdays blog posts feature photographs, not words. Check out these WW links from the news channel at About.com.
Sen. Barack Obama & Sen. Hillary Clinton Leadership PAC Donations & Super-Delegate Endorsements
Data on both Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton's Leadership PAC donations to federal candidates and their super-delegate position.
Data on both Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton's Leadership PAC donations to federal candidates and their super-delegate position.
John G. Roberts, Jr - Bio
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
Hurricane Katrina Timeline from US Politics
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
2008 Senate Race: Colorado
Two-term incumbent Sen. Wayne Allard, R, is not seeking re-election. Former Rep. Bob Schaffer (R) faces off against Rep. Mark Udall (D) for Sen. Wayne Allard's open seat. In 2004, Bush eeked out a win (52%) while voters also sent a Democrat to the Senate. Colorado has voted Republican in eight of the last nine presidential elections. Will the economy (or Obama's coattails) be enough to inspire Colorado voters to send a Democrat to the Senate?
Two-term incumbent Sen. Wayne Allard, R, is not seeking re-election. Former Rep. Bob Schaffer (R) faces off against Rep. Mark Udall (D) for Sen. Wayne Allard's open seat. In 2004, Bush eeked out a win (52%) while voters also sent a Democrat to the Senate. Colorado has voted Republican in eight of the last nine presidential elections. Will the economy (or Obama's coattails) be enough to inspire Colorado voters to send a Democrat to the Senate?
Amending The Constitution
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
Issue: Geneva Conventions
This issue summary provides background about the Geneva Conventions and treatment of prisoners of war. The context is the current war against terrorism and events in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Abu Ghraib, Iraq.
This issue summary provides background about the Geneva Conventions and treatment of prisoners of war. The context is the current war against terrorism and events in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Abu Ghraib, Iraq.
Democrats For Prez
An overview of 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidates.
An overview of 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidates.
Taxes
This overview examines six types of taxes and explores five principles used to judge whether a tax is good or bad.
This overview examines six types of taxes and explores five principles used to judge whether a tax is good or bad.
US Politics - Articles
An index of Articles for the US Politics guide site.
An index of Articles for the US Politics guide site.
US Senate
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
Same-Sex Marriage in the US - June 2006
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US - June 2006 - on eve of Senate vote on Constitutional Amendment.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US - June 2006 - on eve of Senate vote on Constitutional Amendment.
Top 10 Political TV Shows
Use this gift guide to find the best political TV shows for the politico on your gift list.
Use this gift guide to find the best political TV shows for the politico on your gift list.
Quotes About Politics
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
Income Distribution - 2007
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
Plame Timeline
Karl Rove / Joseph Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson Timeline
Karl Rove / Joseph Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson Timeline
Coalition Troops In Iraq - Non-US
This table reports on current coalition troop levels in Iraq, based on published news reports.
This table reports on current coalition troop levels in Iraq, based on published news reports.
DP World Saga - Port Authority Letter - 15 February 2007
Port Authority letter to DP World and AIG regarding Newark Terminal
Port Authority letter to DP World and AIG regarding Newark Terminal
Tort Reform - State Recap
Physicians across the country are seeking tort reform from state lawmakers. Their goal: to stabilize medical liability insurance premiums.
Physicians across the country are seeking tort reform from state lawmakers. Their goal: to stabilize medical liability insurance premiums.
Being an Indian in America
Examines issues, statistics and life of American Indians and provides information on process to "prove" ancestry.
Examines issues, statistics and life of American Indians and provides information on process to "prove" ancestry.
War in Iraq
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
Women's Milestones
As Nancy Pelosi assumes leadership of the US House of Representatives, let's look at other milestones for women in politics in the United States.
As Nancy Pelosi assumes leadership of the US House of Representatives, let's look at other milestones for women in politics in the United States.
RSS Feeds
One-stop for the best US politics RSS feeds - mainstream media and blogs. An ever-growing list, as new feeds become available.
One-stop for the best US politics RSS feeds - mainstream media and blogs. An ever-growing list, as new feeds become available.
Presidential Election Forecast
2005 overview of possible candidates and issues relating to the US 2008 Presidential election.
2005 overview of possible candidates and issues relating to the US 2008 Presidential election.
Same-Sex Marriage in the US - November 2004
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Facebook - 2008 Prez
Facebook, the social networking site that is now open to everyone, has a myriad of political applications (widgets) that you can add to your profile. Here are the top presidential campaign 2008 applications!
Facebook, the social networking site that is now open to everyone, has a myriad of political applications (widgets) that you can add to your profile. Here are the top presidential campaign 2008 applications!
2008 Delegate Count - Democratic Primary and Caucus - Presidential Election
Summary of the Democratic pledged delegate count in the 2008 presidential nomination contest.
Summary of the Democratic pledged delegate count in the 2008 presidential nomination contest.
Eisenhower 1961
In his farewell address, President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned the American public of the dangers of the military-industrial complex.
In his farewell address, President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned the American public of the dangers of the military-industrial complex.
CAFE Standards
Background and controversy around the 1975 corporate average fuel efficiency standards designed to improve automobile fuel economy.
Background and controversy around the 1975 corporate average fuel efficiency standards designed to improve automobile fuel economy.
2008 Debates
Overview of 2008 presidential debates with look at history and controversy.
Overview of 2008 presidential debates with look at history and controversy.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7.
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7.
Green Card
Definition of "green card" - which signifies the person is a legal permanent resident of the US.
Definition of "green card" - which signifies the person is a legal permanent resident of the US.
Presidential Race - Editorial Endorsements
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2004.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2004.
Swing-Vote Cases
Many controversial issues have been decided by a 5-4 vote of the Supreme Court; the swing vote is the person who is vote number five. It's called a swing vote because the person does not always vote with either "side" of the court.
Many controversial issues have been decided by a 5-4 vote of the Supreme Court; the swing vote is the person who is vote number five. It's called a swing vote because the person does not always vote with either "side" of the court.
DOMA
President Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) on 21 September 2001. It defines marriage as an act between heterosexuals.
President Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) on 21 September 2001. It defines marriage as an act between heterosexuals.
Does immigration have a positive or negative impact on the US? - US Politics Poll
Do You Agree With Iraq Troop Surge?
Do You Agree With Iraq Troop Surge?
Presidential Election - Results by State, 1972-2004; Democratic Primary Results, 2008
How each state has voted in the last nine presidential elections and how each state has voted in the 2008 Democratic Primary.
How each state has voted in the last nine presidential elections and how each state has voted in the 2008 Democratic Primary.
Blue Laws - Alcohol
Blue laws in the US.
Blue laws in the US.
Presidential Vetoes - History, Records
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
DNC Overview
Key dates and web pages for the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston.
Key dates and web pages for the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston.
Grand Jury in the US
The Grand Jury in the United States: an historical overview with details on selection, reponsibilities, secrecy, subpoena power, and indictments.
The Grand Jury in the United States: an historical overview with details on selection, reponsibilities, secrecy, subpoena power, and indictments.
Christian Science Monitor - RSS Feeds - US Politics
Regular US Politics news updates with RSS feeds
Regular US Politics news updates with RSS feeds
Poverty by Age Group 1959-2006
Poverty by Age Group, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
Poverty by Age Group, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
Deconstructing Polls
Ever wondered at the validity of political polls and at their newworthiness? Then this series of tips is for you.
Ever wondered at the validity of political polls and at their newworthiness? Then this series of tips is for you.
Women in Science
In the wake of the controversy on women in science ignited by Harvard President Summers, this document provides facts and data on women in the sciences.
In the wake of the controversy on women in science ignited by Harvard President Summers, this document provides facts and data on women in the sciences.
US Politics - Issues
An index of Issues for the US Politics guide site.
An index of Issues for the US Politics guide site.
Abortion News
Breaking news and blog archive about abortion issues in the United States.
Breaking news and blog archive about abortion issues in the United States.
National Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2007 - Bill Text
Bill Text - National Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2007
Bill Text - National Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2007
Side-By-Side: Hurricane Katrina v Hurricane Rita from US Politics
A timeline of events leading up to the landfall of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita.
A timeline of events leading up to the landfall of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita.
Troops In Iraq - Jan 07
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
Energy Bill
Overview of HR 6, the 2005 Energy Bill.
Overview of HR 6, the 2005 Energy Bill.
US Pension Crisis?
An overview of the pension system in the United States, examining the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), types of pensions, assets and liabilities, and facts to consider when discussing reform.
An overview of the pension system in the United States, examining the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), types of pensions, assets and liabilities, and facts to consider when discussing reform.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 5
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 5.
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 5.
nobel
A list of Americans who have won the Nobel Peace Prize.
A list of Americans who have won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Income, Woman and Men - 2007
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
Presidents of the USA
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.
Continuity of Government Plans
The Continuity of Operations Plan - or Continuity of Government Plan - ensures that United States federal government operations can continue in the case of catastrophic events. This timeline details relevant law and presidential orders.
The Continuity of Operations Plan - or Continuity of Government Plan - ensures that United States federal government operations can continue in the case of catastrophic events. This timeline details relevant law and presidential orders.
Presidential Vetoes - Overview and History - 1789-2008
Overview and history of the Presidential veto in the United States.
Overview and history of the Presidential veto in the United States.
Iraq Casualties - Aug 2007
Iraq Casualties By Month - Mar 2003 - Aug 2007
Iraq Casualties By Month - Mar 2003 - Aug 2007
Should We Rebuild New Orleans?
Commentary on mitigation verus rebuilding after natural disasters, focusing on 2005 Category 5 Hurricane Katrina
Commentary on mitigation verus rebuilding after natural disasters, focusing on 2005 Category 5 Hurricane Katrina
Hamdan v Rumsfeld
Summary of Supreme Court ruling in Hamdan v Rumsfeld
Summary of Supreme Court ruling in Hamdan v Rumsfeld
Deaths In Iraq By Year
US Military - Deaths In Iraq By Year, 2003-2007
US Military - Deaths In Iraq By Year, 2003-2007
Barack Obama, 2008
Profile of Barack Obama, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
Profile of Barack Obama, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
Filibuster In 2005
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol is an international treaty dealing with greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. This issue overview explains history, impacts and current status of the treaty.
The Kyoto Protocol is an international treaty dealing with greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. This issue overview explains history, impacts and current status of the treaty.
US Immigration By Decade - 1820-2004 From US Politics at About.com
US Immigration by Decade, from US Politics
US Immigration by Decade, from US Politics
Bush On Iraq
We should reflect on the rhetoric coming from the White House four years ago, at the start of this extended military action, and compare it with what is being said today, as President Bush prepares to escalate military action.
We should reflect on the rhetoric coming from the White House four years ago, at the start of this extended military action, and compare it with what is being said today, as President Bush prepares to escalate military action.
Leadership PAC Expenditures
Under Federal Election Commission (FEC) rules, a Leadership PAC is known as a "nonconnected PAC." In January 2008, the FEC reported 1,300 "non-connected" PACs but did not break out Leadership PACs. The FEC prohibits Leadership PACs from directly supporting the candidacy of the official who organized the PAC but it can provide indirect support: it can pay for travel, political consulting fees, polling, and so forth.
Under Federal Election Commission (FEC) rules, a Leadership PAC is known as a "nonconnected PAC." In January 2008, the FEC reported 1,300 "non-connected" PACs but did not break out Leadership PACs. The FEC prohibits Leadership PACs from directly supporting the candidacy of the official who organized the PAC but it can provide indirect support: it can pay for travel, political consulting fees, polling, and so forth.
Quotes - President Ford
Former President Gerald Ford died on 26 December 2006. Friends and political leaders remember him.
Former President Gerald Ford died on 26 December 2006. Friends and political leaders remember him.
The Politics of Sex-Ed
America has ongoing battles about sex education (what to teach, if to teach, when to teach). And yet we have double the teen pregnancy rate of other Western countries that teach comprehensive sex-ed classes. What is the origin of this tempest?
America has ongoing battles about sex education (what to teach, if to teach, when to teach). And yet we have double the teen pregnancy rate of other Western countries that teach comprehensive sex-ed classes. What is the origin of this tempest?
MLK
At age 35, Martin Luther King, Jr., became the youngest man to win the Nobel Peace Prize. A follower of the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, King is one of the world's best-known modern advocates of nonviolent social change.
At age 35, Martin Luther King, Jr., became the youngest man to win the Nobel Peace Prize. A follower of the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, King is one of the world's best-known modern advocates of nonviolent social change.
Presidential Pardons
The President derives the power of pardon from Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution.
The President derives the power of pardon from Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution.
New Orleans Quick Facts
Quick facts about Mississippi, population, economics, geography
Quick facts about Mississippi, population, economics, geography
Food Standards of Identity
The Food and Drug Administration develops standards of identity for food products. Here's how.
The Food and Drug Administration develops standards of identity for food products. Here's how.
US Federal Budget Process
This federal budget process document is a quick primer outlining the steps taken as the budget moves from concept to reality.
This federal budget process document is a quick primer outlining the steps taken as the budget moves from concept to reality.
Jena 6 - A Timeline - Events of 2007
Timeline of events in the Jena 6 case in Louisiana, where six black youth were charged with murder in a schoolyard brawl with a white student.
Timeline of events in the Jena 6 case in Louisiana, where six black youth were charged with murder in a schoolyard brawl with a white student.
Presidential Approval Ratings
Presidential approval ratings remain flat.
Presidential approval ratings remain flat.
Katrina News
Analyses and news reports of potential impact of a hurricane on New Orleans - before Katrina hit.
Analyses and news reports of potential impact of a hurricane on New Orleans - before Katrina hit.
Health Care
An overview of access to health care in the United States, with focus on insurance, costs, and party positions.
An overview of access to health care in the United States, with focus on insurance, costs, and party positions.
Patrick Fitzgerald
Patrick Fitzgerald, special prosecutor in the Valerie Plame case and United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois
Patrick Fitzgerald, special prosecutor in the Valerie Plame case and United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 1
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 1
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 1
Balanced Budget Amendment
The Balanced Budget Amendment would amend the United States Constitution by requiring -- through law -- that Congress pass a federal budget that balances projected revenues and expenditures, with certain exceptions (notably, a time of war). Republicans have historically been the drivers of such an amendment.
The Balanced Budget Amendment would amend the United States Constitution by requiring -- through law -- that Congress pass a federal budget that balances projected revenues and expenditures, with certain exceptions (notably, a time of war). Republicans have historically been the drivers of such an amendment.
Salaries of US Federal Officia
Current salaries for members of the U.S. Congress as well as the White House and the Courts.
Current salaries for members of the U.S. Congress as well as the White House and the Courts.
SCOTUS: Procedures
Overview of procedures of the US Supreme Court.
Overview of procedures of the US Supreme Court.
Bush Budget Commentary
Editorial Comment on the Bush Budget - Feb 2005
Editorial Comment on the Bush Budget - Feb 2005
Presidential Comparison
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
Oaths of Office
Details the oath of office for the Vice President.
Details the oath of office for the Vice President.
Opinion on Edwards
Compilation of worldwide editorial commentary on Vice Presidential Candidate John Edwards.
Compilation of worldwide editorial commentary on Vice Presidential Candidate John Edwards.
Pat Tillman Timeline
Pat Tillman -- high profile volunteer, multi-million-dollar pro-football player -- was killed in Afghanistan in April 2004. He was killed by "friendly fire." This is a timeline of events surrounding his death and subsequent investigations.
Pat Tillman -- high profile volunteer, multi-million-dollar pro-football player -- was killed in Afghanistan in April 2004. He was killed by "friendly fire." This is a timeline of events surrounding his death and subsequent investigations.
Catholic Politics 1
Review of position of Catholic Church on abortion and Iraq; statement of Southern Bishops on abortion and communion.
Review of position of Catholic Church on abortion and Iraq; statement of Southern Bishops on abortion and communion.
Congressional Profiles
Profiles of members of the US House of Representatives
Profiles of members of the US House of Representatives
John McCain, 2008
Profile of John McCain, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
Profile of John McCain, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
The Firing Of US Attorneys
In late 2006 (most on 7 December), the US Department of Justice fired eight US attorneys, an unprecedented act according to the legal community.
In late 2006 (most on 7 December), the US Department of Justice fired eight US attorneys, an unprecedented act according to the legal community.
Executions by State and Method of Execution - Alphabetical
Statistics: Executions by State and Method of Execution (1977-2003)
Statistics: Executions by State and Method of Execution (1977-2003)
USP - Foundational Thinkers
Political thinkers/theorists who provided foundational concepts -- the political philosophy -- for the government of the United States
Political thinkers/theorists who provided foundational concepts -- the political philosophy -- for the government of the United States
Tragedy of Unlearned Lessons
Dr. Joe P. Dunn -- Charles A. Dana Professor and Chair of History & Politics at Converse College -- compares Vietnam with Iraq, Johnson with Bush, McNamara with Rumsfeld.
Dr. Joe P. Dunn -- Charles A. Dana Professor and Chair of History & Politics at Converse College -- compares Vietnam with Iraq, Johnson with Bush, McNamara with Rumsfeld.
Veto
Definition, use of veto
Definition, use of veto
McCain, Obama On Energy
Energy -- as symbolized by gasoline prices -- will be a major factor in the November elections. In 2004, when gasoline prices were about half of what they are today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that transportation was the number two expenditure for the average American. Read on to learn how Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) and Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL), the presumptive presidential nominees for their respective parties, approach energy policy.
Energy -- as symbolized by gasoline prices -- will be a major factor in the November elections. In 2004, when gasoline prices were about half of what they are today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that transportation was the number two expenditure for the average American. Read on to learn how Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) and Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL), the presumptive presidential nominees for their respective parties, approach energy policy.
2008 Delegate Count - Republican Primary and Caucus - Presidential Election
Summary of the Republican presidential delegate count after each state primary or caucus.
Summary of the Republican presidential delegate count after each state primary or caucus.
Hastert Letter to AG
House speaker's letter to Attorney Geneneral Alberto Gonzales in the matter of Rep. Mark Foley's resignation
House speaker's letter to Attorney Geneneral Alberto Gonzales in the matter of Rep. Mark Foley's resignation
Pledge Case Ruling Issued
Analysis of Supreme Court decision on pledge of allegiance legal case suggests that the Court ducked the issue, which is effectively tabled until after the election.
Analysis of Supreme Court decision on pledge of allegiance legal case suggests that the Court ducked the issue, which is effectively tabled until after the election.