US Politics: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Top 10 PACS - 2006
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
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.
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.
Party In Power - Congress and Presidency - A Visual Guide To The Balance of Power In Congress, 1945-2008
Table showing the party in power (balance of power) in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2008.
Table showing the party in power (balance of power) in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2008.
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.
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.
Race for US Senate - 2008
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Overview of Senate race in 2008 election.: sans serif font senate seats straw poll 2008 slim majority red background
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.
What Was The Chrysler Bailout?
The year was 1979. Jimmy Carter was in the White House. G. William Miller was Treasury Secretary. And Chrysler was in trouble. Would the federal government help save he nation's number three automaker?
The year was 1979. Jimmy Carter was in the White House. G. William Miller was Treasury Secretary. And Chrysler was in trouble. Would the federal government help save he nation's number three automaker?
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.
Hurricane Katrina - Statistics - Third Anniversary of Katrina
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
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).
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.
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
How Much Is A Billion? -- What Is A Billion In Political Terms?
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financial ruin time politicians one thousand million quintillion quadrillion: Context for understanding how much is a billion.
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.
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.
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.
Prez Appointments, White House
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are White House staff positions that do not require confirmation by the Senate.
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are White House staff positions that do not require confirmation by the Senate.
Does immigration have a positive or negative impact on the US? - US Politics Poll
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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.
2008 Presidential Primaries
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
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
Amending The Constitution
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
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.
Filibuster and Cloture
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture .
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture .
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.
US Senate
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
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.
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.
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.
Hurricane Katrina : 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.
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.
What Caused The Depression?
Economists and historians are still debating the causes of the Great Depression. While we know what happened, we have only theories to explain the reason for the economic collapse. This overview will arm you with knowledge of the political events that may have helped cause the Great Depression.
Economists and historians are still debating the causes of the Great Depression. While we know what happened, we have only theories to explain the reason for the economic collapse. This overview will arm you with knowledge of the political events that may have helped cause the Great Depression.
Electoral Votes - 2008 Presidential Election
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sans serif font direct democracy congressional representation html4 body background: Summary of state electoral votes in 2008.
War in Iraq
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
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
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.
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
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.
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.
Gross National Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
13 Key Senate Races
Get the rundown on 13 key Senate races in the 2008 election.
Get the rundown on 13 key Senate races in the 2008 election.
Real Median Household Income, 1967-2006
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Troops In Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
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.
Historical Presidential Rating
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
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
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.
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.
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.
Stock Market Crash of 1929
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
President, Transition Funding
Every four years Americans determine who is going to sit in the White House, who is going to be President of the United States. And after the election is decided, there is peaceful and orderly transition of power; this transition period is about two months. What does the transition team do? And who funds this transition process?
Every four years Americans determine who is going to sit in the White House, who is going to be President of the United States. And after the election is decided, there is peaceful and orderly transition of power; this transition period is about two months. What does the transition team do? And who funds this transition process?
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?
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.
Attorney General, Eric Holder
The Attorney General is the chief law enforcement officer of the United States government and is the head of the U.S. Department of Justice (see 28 U.S.C. § 503) concerned with legal affairs.
The Attorney General is the chief law enforcement officer of the United States government and is the head of the U.S. Department of Justice (see 28 U.S.C. § 503) concerned with legal affairs.
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.
Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano
The Secretary of Homeland Security is the head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the agency charged with protecting the American homeland and the safety of American citizens.
The Secretary of Homeland Security is the head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the agency charged with protecting the American homeland and the safety of American citizens.
Transition Economic Advisors
Three days after the election, President-election Barack Obama announced a 17-member Transition Economic Advisory Board. The transition covers the period between the election, 4 November 2008, and the inauguration, 20 January 2009.
Three days after the election, President-election Barack Obama announced a 17-member Transition Economic Advisory Board. The transition covers the period between the election, 4 November 2008, and the inauguration, 20 January 2009.
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.
Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton
The United States Secretary of State is the head of the U.S. Department of State, which focuses on foreign affairs. The Secretary is a member of the President's Cabinet and the highest-ranking cabinet secretary both in line of succession and order of precedence.
The United States Secretary of State is the head of the U.S. Department of State, which focuses on foreign affairs. The Secretary is a member of the President's Cabinet and the highest-ranking cabinet secretary both in line of succession and order of precedence.
Filibuster In 2005
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Contact Congress
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
Secretary of the Treasury, Timothy Geithner
The Secretary of the Treasury is the head of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, concerned with finance and monetary matters.
The Secretary of the Treasury is the head of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, concerned with finance and monetary matters.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7
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private membership club joint stock companies opportunity definitions equal employment opportunity civil rights act 1964: Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7.
Secretary of Health and Human Services, Tom Daschle
The Secretary of Health and Human Services is the head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, concerned with health matters.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services is the head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, concerned with health matters.
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 Vetoes - History, Records
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Senate Intelligence Committee
Overview and members of the US Senate Select Committee On Intelligence
Overview and members of the US Senate Select Committee On Intelligence
2008 Presidential Election Results By County
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting whether the county was won by Republicans or Democrats. Notice that most of the country appears red, which reflects that lower-density areas tend to vote Republican.
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting whether the county was won by Republicans or Democrats. Notice that most of the country appears red, which reflects that lower-density areas tend to vote Republican.
2008 Results By County and Percentage of Vote
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting the degree of "red" or "blue" based on the percentage of the vote won by each party. Notice that most of the country is a shade of purple.
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting the degree of "red" or "blue" based on the percentage of the vote won by each party. Notice that most of the country is a shade of purple.
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.
Samuel Alito - Bio
President Bush nominated Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor. He was confirmed on 31 January 2006 and is the second Bush appointment to the Court.
President Bush nominated Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor. He was confirmed on 31 January 2006 and is the second Bush appointment to the Court.
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.
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.
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)
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.
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.
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.
A Guide To Sessions of Congress : Congressional Calendars, 1971-2008
This guide to the Sessions of Congress includes the beginning and ending dates, recesses, and leaders for each session.
This guide to the Sessions of Congress includes the beginning and ending dates, recesses, and leaders for each session.
Electoral Votes Per State : Distribution of Electoral Votes, 1981-2010
The president of the United States is not elected by direct popular vote but instead is elected by electoral votes. The total electoral votes per state is the total sum of U.S. Senators and Representatives. There are 538 electors; a candidate mus received 270 electoral votes to win the Presidency. This chart shows the number of electors per state in the past three decades; in so doing, it also illustrates the population shift since 1980.
The president of the United States is not elected by direct popular vote but instead is elected by electoral votes. The total electoral votes per state is the total sum of U.S. Senators and Representatives. There are 538 electors; a candidate mus received 270 electoral votes to win the Presidency. This chart shows the number of electors per state in the past three decades; in so doing, it also illustrates the population shift since 1980.
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
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.
Statistics on Cloture Motions - 93rd-110th Congresses - Learning About Filibuster
Statistics on Cloture Motions - the first step in a filibuster - in various Congresses
Statistics on Cloture Motions - the first step in a filibuster - in various Congresses
What Is A Filibuster?
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
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.
Gross Federal Debt - 1940-2007
Gross Federal Debt - 1940-2007
Gross Federal Debt - 1940-2007
Blue Laws - Alcohol
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The Bush Cabinet
The tradition of a Presidential Cabinet dates to the beginnings of the Presidency itself. One of the principal purposes of the Cabinet (drawn from Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution) is to advise the President on any subject he may require relating to the duties of their respective offices. The modern cabinet includes the Vice President and the heads of 15 executive departments. Under President George W. Bush, five other individuals have cabinet rank.
The tradition of a Presidential Cabinet dates to the beginnings of the Presidency itself. One of the principal purposes of the Cabinet (drawn from Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution) is to advise the President on any subject he may require relating to the duties of their respective offices. The modern cabinet includes the Vice President and the heads of 15 executive departments. Under President George W. Bush, five other individuals have cabinet rank.
What Was The Lockheed Bailout?
The year was 1971. Richard Nixon was in the White House. And Texas Republican John Tower was butting heads with Wisconsin Senator William Proxmire over a bailout ... of Lockheed Aircraft.
The year was 1971. Richard Nixon was in the White House. And Texas Republican John Tower was butting heads with Wisconsin Senator William Proxmire over a bailout ... of Lockheed Aircraft.
White House Chief of Staff, Rahm Emanuel
The White House Chief of Staff is the second highest-ranking member of the Executive Office of the President of the United States. Rahm Emanuel is scheduled to be the next White House Chief of Staff, following Barack Obama's January 2009 inauguration.
The White House Chief of Staff is the second highest-ranking member of the Executive Office of the President of the United States. Rahm Emanuel is scheduled to be the next White House Chief of Staff, following Barack Obama's January 2009 inauguration.
Oaths of Office
Details the oath of office for members of the Supreme Court.
Details the oath of office for members of the Supreme Court.
Income Distribution, Money and Money Equivalence - 2005 and 2006
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
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
Cartogram, 2008 Presidential Election Results by County and Percent Vote
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-level results represented by shades of red to purple to blue, based upon the percent vote. The image is a cartogram, which shows each county's size relative to its share of the U.S. population.
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-level results represented by shades of red to purple to blue, based upon the percent vote. The image is a cartogram, which shows each county's size relative to its share of the U.S. population.
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
Tort Reform Since 1986 - By State
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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.
Presidential Election - U.S. Presidential Election Results by State, 1992-2008
How each state has voted in presidential elections, from 1972-1988. The chart also shows whether the state was on the winning or losing side of the election. Finally, it shows the number of electoral votes per state.
How each state has voted in presidential elections, from 1972-1988. The chart also shows whether the state was on the winning or losing side of the election. Finally, it shows the number of electoral votes per state.
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.
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.
Enron
An e-mail from 2002, which suggests that Enron was more connected to the Clinton White House than Bush, has resurfaced. Point-by-point rebuttal.
An e-mail from 2002, which suggests that Enron was more connected to the Clinton White House than Bush, has resurfaced. Point-by-point rebuttal.
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.
BB Amendment
A timeline for the Balanced Budget Amendment, which 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).
A timeline for the Balanced Budget Amendment, which 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).
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.
The Lockheed Bailout
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
2008 Governor Race
Get the rundown on the 11 Governor races in the 2008 election. Two Democrats (Delaware and Montana) and one Republican (Missouri) are not running for reelection; the remaining contested seats are held by four Democrats and four Republicans. There are currently 28 Democrats and 22 Republicans holding gubernatorial positions.
Get the rundown on the 11 Governor races in the 2008 election. Two Democrats (Delaware and Montana) and one Republican (Missouri) are not running for reelection; the remaining contested seats are held by four Democrats and four Republicans. There are currently 28 Democrats and 22 Republicans holding gubernatorial positions.
Cartogram, 2008 Presidential Election Results by County and Party
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-level results represented by either red or blue, based upon which party won in that county. The image is a cartogram, which shows each county's size relative to its share of the U.S. population.
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on county-level results represented by either red or blue, based upon which party won in that county. The image is a cartogram, which shows each county's size relative to its share of the U.S. population.
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 on Terrorism
Text of speech given by President George W. Bush on 28 June 2005 in Ft. Bragg, NC.
Text of speech given by President George W. Bush on 28 June 2005 in Ft. Bragg, NC.
What Is The Fairness Doctrine?
In 1987, the FCC repealed the Fairness Doctrine, "with the exception of the personal attack and political editorializing rules."
In 1987, the FCC repealed the Fairness Doctrine, "with the exception of the personal attack and political editorializing rules."
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.
Electromechanical Counting, Punch Cards
The voter rolls grew throughout the 20th century, from women's suffrage to the Civil Rights Act. Election officials needed new equipment to cope. Enter a new technology, computers, in the voting mix.
The voter rolls grew throughout the 20th century, from women's suffrage to the Civil Rights Act. Election officials needed new equipment to cope. Enter a new technology, computers, in the voting mix.
Direct Recording Electronic (DRE) Voting Systems, Touchscreens
After the controversy over the 2000 Presidential election vote count, Congress passed the Help American Vote Act. Although technically the term "electronic voting" encompasses punch cards and optical scan systems, colloquially it has come to mean a subset of "Direct Recording Electronic" machines that are operated by a touchscreen.
After the controversy over the 2000 Presidential election vote count, Congress passed the Help American Vote Act. Although technically the term "electronic voting" encompasses punch cards and optical scan systems, colloquially it has come to mean a subset of "Direct Recording Electronic" machines that are operated by a touchscreen.
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.
Democratic Debates - YouTube
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
US Immigration By Decade - 1820-2004 From US Politics at About.com
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us census bureau immigration patterns immigration reform census bureau scroll bars: US Immigration by Decade, from US Politics
Presidential Elections - U.S. Presidential Election Results by State, 1972-1988
How each state has voted in presidential elections, from 1972-1988. The chart also shows whether the state was on the winning or losing side of the election. Finally, it shows the number of electoral votes per state.
How each state has voted in presidential elections, from 1972-1988. The chart also shows whether the state was on the winning or losing side of the election. Finally, it shows the number of electoral votes per state.
Presidential Debate History
The televised "debate" is a modern political campaign tool. Presidential "debates" are misnamed: each candidate "answers" a question in a soundbite. Learn about the first presidential debate, who manages the events and their importance in the campaign cycle.
The televised "debate" is a modern political campaign tool. Presidential "debates" are misnamed: each candidate "answers" a question in a soundbite. Learn about the first presidential debate, who manages the events and their importance in the campaign cycle.
The Chrysler Bailout
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The Savings and Loan Bailout
The Savings and Loan (S&L) crisis of the 1980s and 1990s involved the failure of more than 1,000 savings and loan associations.
The Savings and Loan (S&L) crisis of the 1980s and 1990s involved the failure of more than 1,000 savings and loan associations.
School Lunch Program
Every school day the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) serves nutritious meals to more than 28 million children.
Every school day the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) serves nutritious meals to more than 28 million children.
Presidential Approval Ratings - August 2005
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2005.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2005.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 2
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opportunity definitions equal employment opportunity civil rights act 1964 community relations service restaurant cafeteria: Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 2.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
The Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) and the Federal Home Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac) were chartered by Congress to create a secondary market for residential mortgage loans. They are considered "government-sponsored" because Congress authorized their creation and established their public purposes. Together, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are largest source of housing finance in the United States.
The Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) and the Federal Home Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac) were chartered by Congress to create a secondary market for residential mortgage loans. They are considered "government-sponsored" because Congress authorized their creation and established their public purposes. Together, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are largest source of housing finance in the United States.
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.
Overview : The Economy - Charts
Charts from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for private, manufacturing and retail employment during the period January 1992 to June 2004
Charts from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for private, manufacturing and retail employment during the period January 1992 to June 2004
The Panic of 1907
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
What Is A 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.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
2004 Presidential Electoral College Election Results
Map showing the results of the 2004 U.S. presidential elections based on electoral college votes. This is the most common graphic shown on TV and used in newspapers, although it disguises as much information as it reveals.
Map showing the results of the 2004 U.S. presidential elections based on electoral college votes. This is the most common graphic shown on TV and used in newspapers, although it disguises as much information as it reveals.
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.
What Is A Leadership PAC?
Federal politicians -- senators and representatives -- often form what is called a Leadership PAC to, among other things, raise money to help fund other candidate campaigns.
Federal politicians -- senators and representatives -- often form what is called a Leadership PAC to, among other things, raise money to help fund other candidate campaigns.
2004 Presidential Election Results By County
Map showing the results of the 2004 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting whether the county was won by Republicans or Democrats. Notice that most of the country appears red, which reflects that lower-density areas tend to vote Republican.
Map showing the results of the 2004 U.S. presidential elections based on county-by-county results, with the color of the county reflecting whether the county was won by Republicans or Democrats. Notice that most of the country appears red, which reflects that lower-density areas tend to vote Republican.
Paper Ballot, Optical Scan
Optical scan technology was developed in the late 1930s and has been widely used for standardized testing since the 1950s. However, the technology was not adapted to counting paper ballots until 1968.
Optical scan technology was developed in the late 1930s and has been widely used for standardized testing since the 1950s. However, the technology was not adapted to counting paper ballots until 1968.
New York City Bailout
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
The 2008 financial market meltdown is not a solo event, although its magnitude marks it for the history books. It's the latest in a series of financial crises where businesses (or government entities) turn to Uncle Sam to save the day.
AG - 1960-1980
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Quotes About Politics
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
Obama Acceptance Speech
Text of Barack Obama acceptance speech, 28 August 2008, Democratic National Convention
Text of Barack Obama acceptance speech, 28 August 2008, Democratic National Convention
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.
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.
AG - 1980-2008
Bios of U.S. Attorneys General from 1980-2007.
Bios of U.S. Attorneys General from 1980-2007.
Bush Position on HR 810 - Stem Cell Research
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sans serif font hr 810 stem cell senate statement executive office of the president human embryos: Bush Position on HR 810 - Stem Cell Research
Income, Women and Men, 1960-2006
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
2008 Electoral College
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on electoral college votes. This is the most common graphic shown on TV and used in newspapers, although it disguises as much information as it reveals.
Map showing the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential elections based on electoral college votes. This is the most common graphic shown on TV and used in newspapers, although it disguises as much information as it reveals.
Guide To The First Debate
There are three presidential debates and one vice-presidential debate, important (if flawed) events in this pivotal presidential election. You've set aside the two hours needed to watch John McCain and Barack Obama, but now what? Learn what each candidate is trying to accomplish and put together your own scorecard to determine the winner.
There are three presidential debates and one vice-presidential debate, important (if flawed) events in this pivotal presidential election. You've set aside the two hours needed to watch John McCain and Barack Obama, but now what? Learn what each candidate is trying to accomplish and put together your own scorecard to determine the winner.
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.
Hurricane Katrina Timeline from US Politics - Landfall
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.
Educational Attainment and the 2004 Presidential Vote
Data showing percentage of population holding graduate degrees and how states voted in 2004 Presidential election
Data showing percentage of population holding graduate degrees and how states voted in 2004 Presidential election