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Halloween – The Skeleton Dance
The Skeleton Dance is a 1929 Silly Symphony animated short subject produced and directed by Walt Disney and animated by Ub Iwerks. This is a modern film example of medieval European “danse macabre” imagery.
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GOV 26.110 Econ 101 – So What is Communism?
Com·mu·nism (noun)
– a political theory derived from Karl Marx, advocating class war and leading to a society in which all property is publicly owned and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs.
– doctrine based on revolutionary Marxian socialism and Marxism-Leninism that was the official ideology of the U.S.S.R.
– a totalitarian system of government in which a single authoritarian party controls state-owned means of production
– a final stage of society in Marxist theory in which the state has withered away and economic goods are distributed equitably
– communist systems collectively eliminating of private property
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GOV 26.109 Econ 101 – What Is Socialism?
Socialism (noun)
– a political and economic theory (policy or practice) of social organization that advocates that the means of production, distribution, and exchange should be owned or regulated by the community as a whole.
– (in Marxist theory) a transitional social state between the overthrow of capitalism and the realization of communism.
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GOV 26.108 Econ 101 – Karl Marx
Karl Marx (1818-1883), philosopher and German politician.
“Proletarier aller Länder vereinigt Euch!”
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GOV 26.107 Econ 101 – What is Capitalism?
cap·i·tal·ism (noun)
– an economic and political system in which a country’s trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit, rather than by the state.
– an economic system characterized by private or corporate ownership of capital goods, by investments that are determined by private decision, and by prices, production, and the distribution of goods that are determined mainly by competition in a free market
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GOV 26.106 Econ 101 – Introduction
Economics isn’t just about numbers, it’s about people and the choices we make every day. Imagine every decision we make—about our jobs, homes, businesses, money, and time—as a single thread. Economics is the study of how these threads weave together, forming the patterns that shape our lives and societies.
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GOV 26.105 Slavery – Before Abolition in North America
a·bol·ish (verb)
formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).
example – “the tax was abolished in 1977”ab·o·li·tion – the action or an act of abolishing a system, practice, or institution.
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GOV 26.104 Slavery – Who banned slavery when? (Abolition)
(Reuters) MARCH 2007 – Britain marks 200 years on March 25 since it enacted a law banning the trans-Atlantic slave trade, although full abolition of slavery did not follow for another generation.CHRONOLOGY
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GOV 26.103 Slavery – Abolition of
a·bol·ish (verb)
formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).
example – “the tax was abolished in 1977”ab·o·li·tion – the action or an act of abolishing a system, practice, or institution.
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GOV 26.101 Trans Atlantic Slavery – Amistad (Movie)
If one wishes to understand the causes of the Civil War and the development that led to the Emancipation Proclamation, it is imperative to understand the role of slavery in the nineteenth-century United States. One possible way of preparing students for this episode in American history is by viewing a movie that deals with the topic of slavery both from an emotional and a legal point of view. The movie Amistad includes both aspects. (Source:Christine Meißner)Continue reading Post ID 18251
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GOV 26.100 Trans Atlantic Slavery – African Slave Trade by the Numbers
Slavery became a global industry for the first time in history when millions of African men and women were sold as slaves to Europeans.
315 years. 20,528 voyages.
Millions of lives.
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GOV 26.96 Judicial Branch – The Top 15 Supreme Court Cases (according to CNN)
DIRECTIONS: Click on the following link and write out all 15 of the court cases in your journal titled:
GOV 26.96 Judicial Branch – The Top 15 Supreme Court Cases
15 Supreme Court cases that changed America (published June 27, 2013 – CNN)
http://www.cnn.com/2012/06/28/politics/gallery/landmark-scotus-cases/index.html?hpt=hp_bn3Make sure you scroll through the pictures to see the captions below each picture.
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GOV 26.94 Christopher Columbus – What is October 12th?
The purpose of this post is to provoke critical thought on Christopher Columbus and his lasting legacy that we still remember (and debate) today. Whether considered as an explorer, villain, or maniac, many cultures and peoples have strong sentiments on his particular voyages and their consequential effects.Continue reading Post ID 18251
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GOV 26.88 Marbury vs. Madison
What happened in the 1803 United States court case between William Marbury and James Madison? What affect did it have on the young nation?
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GOV 26.87 Judicial Branch – Supreme Court Justices Today
Front row, left to right — Associate Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., Associate Justices Samuel A. Alito, Jr. and Elena Kagan.
Back row — Associate Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Neil M. Gorsuch, Brett M. Kavanaugh and Ketanji Brown Jackson.
LATEST SUPREME COURT RULING (Posted 2/20/26):
Supreme Court rules that Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs are illegal.
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GOV 26.85 The Constitution – Judicial Branch (Article 3)
Article III of the Constitution of the United States guarantees that every person accused of wrongdoing has the right to a fair trial before a competent judge and a jury of one’s peers.
OBJECTIVES – Explain the principle of judicial review and how it checks the powers of the other institutions and state governments.
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GOV 26.84 Presidential Facts (Experiences, Elections, and Electoral Process)
SOURCE: The American Presidency Project
Presidential Facts – CLICK HERE
Election Results by year – CLICK HERE
President Trump’s 1st 100 days in office (2nd Term, 2025) – CLICK HERESOURCE – Wikipedia
- 5 presidents had never been elected to public office before becoming president: Zachary Taylor, Ulysses S. Grant, Herbert Hoover, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Donald Trump. Most of these had, however, been appointed to several prominent offices. Hoover’s contributions to the Treaty of Versailles preceded his appointment as United States Secretary of Commerce. Taylor, Grant, and Eisenhower led U.S. forces to victory in the Mexican–American War, American Civil War, and World War II, respectively – each occupying the highest-ranking command post of their time.
- 2 presidents served as president of the United States for two non-consecutive terms, Grover Cleveland and Donald Trump.
- 1 president was the sole exception and had neither prior government nor military experience before becoming president, Donald Trump.
Summary of the U.S. Election Process
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GOV 26.82 Roasts! CAVEAT: This is Political! (WHCA)
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is an annual event held by the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) to celebrate the First Amendment and raise money for scholarships. It is traditionally attended by the President of the United States, journalists, government officials, and celebrities.
ROAST!
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GOV 26.81 The Cabinet: Take a look at this piece of nice furniture!
In need of a new cabinet? Well President Trump got to choose a new one . . . but don’t think we are talking about furniture.
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GOV 26.79 The PresidentS of the United States
His Excellency, His Mightiness, His High MightinessThe President of the United Statesand defender of our Liberties.
The Presidents and First Ladies’ Timeline
The Vice Presidents
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GOV 26.78 The Constitution – The Veto
Veto – the power of one person or group in authority to reject or block a decision, proposal, or law made by another, often acting as a final “no”. Derived from the Latin for “I forbid,” it acts as a check on power, such as a president rejecting legislation passed by Congress.
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GOV 26.77 The Constitution – Executive Branch (Article 2)
Article II, Section 1 of the Constitution states: “The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.” The president not only heads the executive branch of the federal government, but is also head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
History Channel – Executive Branch
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GOV 26.67 Politics 1
CLICK HEREThe Online Guide to American Politics, Elections, Candidates & Campaigns
Launched online in 1997, Politics1 is published as a non-partisan public service to promote fully informed decision-making by the American electorate. One of the pioneering political blog and news sites, Politics1 has drawn a sizable and devoted audience of political professionals, journalists, educators, and activists.
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GOV 26.65 – Conservative vs Liberal
As we continue discussing different and opposing political and economic spectrums, let’s take a look at where you stand on your personal beliefs.
We all want the same things in life. We want freedom; we want the chance for prosperity; we want as few people suffering as possible; we want healthy children; we want to have crime-free streets. The argument is how to achieve them…
CAVEAT LECTOR: You may find yourself agreeing or disagreeing with some topics concerning this assignment. . . where do you stand on this political spectrum?
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