His Excellency, His Mightiness, His High Mightiness The President of the United States and 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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GOV 26.63 The Constitution – Legislative Branch (Article 1)
The Constitution written in 1787 lays the ground work for how our government works. Established by Article I of the Constitution, the Legislative Branch consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
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GOV 26.62 Bill of Rights – 10th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
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GOV 26.61 Bill of Rights – 9th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
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GOV 26.60 Bill of Rights – 8th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
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GOV 26.59 Bill of Rights – 7th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
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GOV 26.58 Bill of Rights – 6th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.
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GOV 26.57 Bill of Rights – 5th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. ConstitutionNo person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
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GOV 26.56 Bill of Rights – 4th Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
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GOV 26.55 Bill of Rights – 3rd Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
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GOV 26.54 Bill of Rights – 2nd Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
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GOV 26.53 Bill of Rights – 1st Amendment
a·mend·ment (noun)
a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.Similar: revision, alteration, change, modification, adjustment, edit, update
made to the U.S. Constitution
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
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GOV 26.52 Government Gone Cray Cray
Can grown elected adults get out of control when they disagree with each other?
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GOV 26.46 USA – Types of Government (HOMEWORK)
CAVEAT LECTOR: You may find yourself agreeing or disagreeing with this video . . . where do you stand on this topic?
Types of Government, Explained
Click on your appropriate class to complete the assignment
P 1/3 CLICK HERE and P 4/5 CLICK HERE
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GOV 26.40 USA – Freeman-pedia: Dozendates Review 1776
You DO NOT have to know any dates for AP World Modern. BUT, Ben Freeman would argue knowing certain major events can give you an idea of the major themes and flow of the course.
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GOV 26.37 USA – Too Late to Apologize: A Declaration
Once the movement for Independence was set in motion, England came to reassert its control on the North American colonies. There was no turning back…. it was too late to apologize.
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GOV 26.36 USA – So What Was 1776?
Was it one or more of the following?
A Revolt?
A Secession? An American Revolution? An American Independence?
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GOV 26.35 USA – The Declaration of Independence (Interactive)
The Interactive Declaration provides the Declaration’s plain text with links to essays and related content for each section.
DIRECTIONS – explore the different sections of the “break up letter” and see the signers who put their lives, families, and fortunes at risk for a new country.
CLICK HERE
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GOV 26.33 USA – The George Washington You Never Knew
As of February 22, 2014 – the 282nd anniversary of George Washington’s birth. Even after nearly three centuries, we still have much to learn about the Father of our Country. Many do not realize that George Washington was . . .
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GOV 26.32 USA – Founding Father: George Washington
“My brave fellows, you have done all I asked you to do, and more than can be reasonably expected; but your country is at stake, your wives, your houses and all that you hold dear. You have worn yourselves out with fatigues and hardships, but we know not how to spare you. If you will consent to stay one month longer, you will render that service to the cause of liberty, and to your country, which you probably can never do under any other circumstances.”
“We have abundant reason to rejoice, that, in this land, the light of truth and reason has triumphed over the power of bigotry and superstition, and that every person may here worship God according to the dictates of his own heart.”
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