Articles related to "Elector"
FAITHLESS ELECTORS
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
Electors of Saxony in Luther’s Time: Frederick the Wise
Frederick the Wise, Elector of Saxony, was Luther's first ruler when he taught at Wittenberg. Though Frederick remained Catholic, his actions and protection of Luther ensure the survival of the reformer and the Reformation.
frederick the wise • friedrich iii • elector • electoral saxony • luther
Frederick the Wise, Elector of Saxony, was Luther's first ruler when he taught at Wittenberg. Though Frederick remained Catholic, his actions and protection of Luther ensure the survival of the reformer and the Reformation.
frederick the wise • friedrich iii • elector • electoral saxony • luther
Electors of Saxony in Luther’s Time: John Frederick the Magnanimous
John Frederick, the Magnanimous, the last Ernestine elector of Saxony, was the last elector Luther served under. Pacifist, but entirely Lutheran, John Frederick earned his nickname through his trials than for his rule.
john frederick the magnanimous • luther • league of smalcald • maurice • augsburg
John Frederick, the Magnanimous, the last Ernestine elector of Saxony, was the last elector Luther served under. Pacifist, but entirely Lutheran, John Frederick earned his nickname through his trials than for his rule.
john frederick the magnanimous • luther • league of smalcald • maurice • augsburg
Electors of Saxony in Luther’s Time: John the Steadfast
John the Steadfast, while not possessing the leadership qualities of his brother, nevertheless was used by God to advance the cause of the Reformation. One could sum up this man with this sentence: He was a big man with a big heart.
john the steadfast • luther • augsburg • confession • learning
John the Steadfast, while not possessing the leadership qualities of his brother, nevertheless was used by God to advance the cause of the Reformation. One could sum up this man with this sentence: He was a big man with a big heart.
john the steadfast • luther • augsburg • confession • learning
The History of Prussia
Prussia rose to great importance through its association with the Elector of Brandenburg, and became a huge power during the 18th and 19th centuries.
history of prussia • prussia and german unification • hohenzollern family • elector of brandenburg • frederick william the "great elector"
Prussia rose to great importance through its association with the Elector of Brandenburg, and became a huge power during the 18th and 19th centuries.
history of prussia • prussia and german unification • hohenzollern family • elector of brandenburg • frederick william the "great elector"
31 October 1517—A Day That Changed History
What exactly happened on that fateful day today in 1517? Why do Lutherans still observe this day? Was Luther a simple monk out to topple the Church? This is an informal and anecdotal look at that pivotal day in history.
luther • 95 theses • elector • saxony • indulgences
What exactly happened on that fateful day today in 1517? Why do Lutherans still observe this day? Was Luther a simple monk out to topple the Church? This is an informal and anecdotal look at that pivotal day in history.
luther • 95 theses • elector • saxony • indulgences
Georg Spalatin
A key ally to Luther, and the Reformation, was the Elector's own secretary, Georg Spalatin. This learned man served ably as a mediator and won the Elector's approval of the controversial Doctor of Theology, even getting the Elector to protect the man speaking out against his own relics.
georg spalatin • martin luther • wittenberg • university • library
A key ally to Luther, and the Reformation, was the Elector's own secretary, Georg Spalatin. This learned man served ably as a mediator and won the Elector's approval of the controversial Doctor of Theology, even getting the Elector to protect the man speaking out against his own relics.
georg spalatin • martin luther • wittenberg • university • library
HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART II
Henry Clay became Speaker of the House of Representatives his first day in Congress. He was a Senator before he was old enough to qualify. He crafted and sponsored several key compromises which prevented civil war. Yet, he never got the one thing he wanted most of all. He was never President.
clay • adams • jackson • lafayette • senate
Henry Clay became Speaker of the House of Representatives his first day in Congress. He was a Senator before he was old enough to qualify. He crafted and sponsored several key compromises which prevented civil war. Yet, he never got the one thing he wanted most of all. He was never President.
clay • adams • jackson • lafayette • senate
JAMES MONROE: THE LAST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT, PART II
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
Luther at the Diet of Worms
A brief look at Worms, the site of the Diet of Worms. This also looks at the diet and what Luther was asked to do--and why he couldn't do it.
worms • recant • luther • imperial • emperor
A brief look at Worms, the site of the Diet of Worms. This also looks at the diet and what Luther was asked to do--and why he couldn't do it.
worms • recant • luther • imperial • emperor
Wittenberg
A brief look at Wittenberg and a timeline history of the city. This gives Lutherans a background look at the city in which Luther did much of his preaching, teaching, and writing.
luther • lutheran • reformation • 95 • theses
A brief look at Wittenberg and a timeline history of the city. This gives Lutherans a background look at the city in which Luther did much of his preaching, teaching, and writing.
luther • lutheran • reformation • 95 • theses
Electing the President
How does the United States elect a President through the Electoral College?What are the jobs of a President? How many electors does each state get?
united states elections • electoral college • electing the president • voting for a president • electors by state
How does the United States elect a President through the Electoral College?What are the jobs of a President? How many electors does each state get?
united states elections • electoral college • electing the president • voting for a president • electors by state
The Case for the Electoral College
The last presidential election reinforces the case for the Electoral College.
the case for the electoral college
The last presidential election reinforces the case for the Electoral College.
the case for the electoral college
The Diet at Augsburg
A look at the Diet at Augsburg from which emerged the Lutheran confessions the Augsburg Confession and the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Why was this Diet called, what were the threats and issues, and what resolution came from the Diet?
augsburg • confession • creed • beliefs • politics
A look at the Diet at Augsburg from which emerged the Lutheran confessions the Augsburg Confession and the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Why was this Diet called, what were the threats and issues, and what resolution came from the Diet?
augsburg • confession • creed • beliefs • politics
Electoral Mathematics
The mathematics of the Electoral College increases the importance of winning California, especially for Al Gore.
electoral college • al gore • george bush
The mathematics of the Electoral College increases the importance of winning California, especially for Al Gore.
electoral college • al gore • george bush
Schloss Heidelberg Castle, Germany
Schloss Heidelberg Castle in the Neckar Valley, Baden-Württemberg went from fortress to Renaissance palace to Germany's most romantic ruins and a top tourist sight.
top sights in heidelberg • travel to germany • heidelberger schloss • romantic german castle ruins • frankfurt airport stopover
Schloss Heidelberg Castle in the Neckar Valley, Baden-Württemberg went from fortress to Renaissance palace to Germany's most romantic ruins and a top tourist sight.
top sights in heidelberg • travel to germany • heidelberger schloss • romantic german castle ruins • frankfurt airport stopover
Electoral System in US Elections
The present-day US electoral system dates back 200 years. The Electoral College and the Popular Vote work together to determine the President of the United States.
electoral college • presidential election • how does the electoral college work • electoral college votes by state • popular vote
The present-day US electoral system dates back 200 years. The Electoral College and the Popular Vote work together to determine the President of the United States.
electoral college • presidential election • how does the electoral college work • electoral college votes by state • popular vote
THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE: HOW IT WORKS
A quick look at how the President and Vice-President are really elected. Every voter should know how our Electoral College works and how it came about.
president • vice-president • senate • house of representatives • election
A quick look at how the President and Vice-President are really elected. Every voter should know how our Electoral College works and how it came about.
president • vice-president • senate • house of representatives • election
Congress, the Electoral College and Representation
Al Gore has won the popular vote for the Presidency, but George W. Bush seems to have won the electoral college. How did this happen? How is the U.S. Congress related to all this mess? And what kind of representative will our new President be? Tune in this week, batfans...
electoral college • congress • president • election • al gore
Al Gore has won the popular vote for the Presidency, but George W. Bush seems to have won the electoral college. How did this happen? How is the U.S. Congress related to all this mess? And what kind of representative will our new President be? Tune in this week, batfans...
electoral college • congress • president • election • al gore
Reformation Party
Looking for something to do for your youth or even for fellowship for your congregation besides dress up in costumes and bob for apples? Sick of "Trick or treat?" Looking for an evangelism tool to reach out to your community? Have you thought of showing a Luther film? This article relates how we hold our annual Luther movie night at Salem on Milwaukee's eastside. You can follow what we developed, or develop your own program! If you develop your own, consider sharing your efforts with the other readers of this forum.
luther • reformation • holy • roman • empire
Looking for something to do for your youth or even for fellowship for your congregation besides dress up in costumes and bob for apples? Sick of "Trick or treat?" Looking for an evangelism tool to reach out to your community? Have you thought of showing a Luther film? This article relates how we hold our annual Luther movie night at Salem on Milwaukee's eastside. You can follow what we developed, or develop your own program! If you develop your own, consider sharing your efforts with the other readers of this forum.
luther • reformation • holy • roman • empire
What Is the Electoral College?
Conventional wisdom says the candidate with the most votes is elected President. American politics disagrees. It is indirect elections via the Electoral College.
electoral college votes • electoral college delegates • winner take all states • election day • slate of delegates
Conventional wisdom says the candidate with the most votes is elected President. American politics disagrees. It is indirect elections via the Electoral College.
electoral college votes • electoral college delegates • winner take all states • election day • slate of delegates
The Augsburg Confession: Preface
A look at the preface to the Augsburg COnfession in which the Lutherans acknowledge a desire for political unity but not at the expense of compromising Scriptural truth.
augsburg confession • diet of augsburg • lutherans • catholics • creed
A look at the preface to the Augsburg COnfession in which the Lutherans acknowledge a desire for political unity but not at the expense of compromising Scriptural truth.
augsburg confession • diet of augsburg • lutherans • catholics • creed
A DEAD END JOB: MADISON'S VICE PRESIDENTS
Madison ws the only two term President to have both of his Vice Presidents die in office. This is partly because of the change in how Vice Presidents were chosen brought about by the 12th Amendment to the Constitution.
thomas jeferson • james madison • george clinton • elbridge gerry • vice president
Madison ws the only two term President to have both of his Vice Presidents die in office. This is partly because of the change in how Vice Presidents were chosen brought about by the 12th Amendment to the Constitution.
thomas jeferson • james madison • george clinton • elbridge gerry • vice president
The Annual Baha'i Convention
A quick look at the Annual Baha'i District Convention.
baha'i • convention • abdu'l-baha • national spiritual assembly
A quick look at the Annual Baha'i District Convention.
baha'i • convention • abdu'l-baha • national spiritual assembly
The Election & Powers of the US President
The President of the United States is considered to be the most powerful individual in the world. The principal source of this power is Article II of the US Constitution.
presidential power • presidential election • electoral college • presidential qualifications • oath of office
The President of the United States is considered to be the most powerful individual in the world. The principal source of this power is Article II of the US Constitution.
presidential power • presidential election • electoral college • presidential qualifications • oath of office
The Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia
From the Great Elector Frederick William of Brandenburg to Emperor William II of Germany, the Hohenzollerns ruled Prussia and expanded its territory.
hohenzollern • prussia • germany • brandenburg • kaiser
From the Great Elector Frederick William of Brandenburg to Emperor William II of Germany, the Hohenzollerns ruled Prussia and expanded its territory.
hohenzollern • prussia • germany • brandenburg • kaiser
Rachel Ruysch – Female Dutch Flower Painter
This article briefly examines the life of Rachel Ruysch, the female still life flower painter who produced some of the finest work to emerge from the Dutch Golden Age.
rachel ruysch • female dutch flower painter • 16th century female painter of flowers • tulip bulb • still life flower painter
This article briefly examines the life of Rachel Ruysch, the female still life flower painter who produced some of the finest work to emerge from the Dutch Golden Age.
rachel ruysch • female dutch flower painter • 16th century female painter of flowers • tulip bulb • still life flower painter
The Fall of Silesia
After the initial invasion of Silesia by Prussian forces, Austria strikes back at the country and her allies in a desperate attempt to control the region.
silesia fall • franco-bavarian forces • frederick the great silesia • khevenhuller • hungarian insurrection
After the initial invasion of Silesia by Prussian forces, Austria strikes back at the country and her allies in a desperate attempt to control the region.
silesia fall • franco-bavarian forces • frederick the great silesia • khevenhuller • hungarian insurrection
George II
George II succeeded his father George I as King of Great Britain and the Elector of Hanover in 1727. His reign witnessed further British imperial expansion.
george ii • british king and elector of hanover • a more active king • the young pretender and the failure of the '45 • the expanding british empire
George II succeeded his father George I as King of Great Britain and the Elector of Hanover in 1727. His reign witnessed further British imperial expansion.
george ii • british king and elector of hanover • a more active king • the young pretender and the failure of the '45 • the expanding british empire
Progressive Era Reforms & the 17th Amendment
Early Twentieth Century Congressional Democrat and Republican Progressives work together to expand the power of the electorate through passage of the 17th Amendment.
progressive era reforms and the 17th amendment • direct election of senators • 17th amendment and voter choice • enactment of the 17th amendment • passage of the 17th amendment
Early Twentieth Century Congressional Democrat and Republican Progressives work together to expand the power of the electorate through passage of the 17th Amendment.
progressive era reforms and the 17th amendment • direct election of senators • 17th amendment and voter choice • enactment of the 17th amendment • passage of the 17th amendment
Sights in Moritzburg near Dresden
The best sights in Moritzburg near Dresden in Saxony, Germany include the Schloss, Pheasant Castle (Fasanenschlößchen), palace gardens, and Käthe Kollwitz memorial site.
sightseeing in saxony • day trip from dresden • schloss moritzburg castle • castle in germany • transportation in dresden
The best sights in Moritzburg near Dresden in Saxony, Germany include the Schloss, Pheasant Castle (Fasanenschlößchen), palace gardens, and Käthe Kollwitz memorial site.
sightseeing in saxony • day trip from dresden • schloss moritzburg castle • castle in germany • transportation in dresden
Travel to Bonn
Bonn is one of the most flourishing centres of culture and cafe society in Germany. This tells you what to see, where to eat and what not to miss.Essential travel info.
travel • holiday bonn • tourism • short break • hotel
Bonn is one of the most flourishing centres of culture and cafe society in Germany. This tells you what to see, where to eat and what not to miss.Essential travel info.
travel • holiday bonn • tourism • short break • hotel
The Twelfth Amendment of the US Constitution
George Washington was elected president unanimously twice. Those were the last two times for such national unity. The elections of 1796 and 1800 were vastly different.
twelfth amendment • us constitution • electoral college • development political party • george washington
George Washington was elected president unanimously twice. Those were the last two times for such national unity. The elections of 1796 and 1800 were vastly different.
twelfth amendment • us constitution • electoral college • development political party • george washington
MINORITY PRESIDENTS
In this election year, the term "minority President" is often used in describing past election and past Presidents. Confusion is caused by the various and different definitions of this term. In this article, we learn the definitions, andlook at examples of each.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
In this election year, the term "minority President" is often used in describing past election and past Presidents. Confusion is caused by the various and different definitions of this term. In this article, we learn the definitions, andlook at examples of each.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
Luther Rated by History
Luther rated #3 for the last millenium? Was that rating too high or top low? What about the reason he's rated #3?
luther • history • view • contemporary
Luther rated #3 for the last millenium? Was that rating too high or top low? What about the reason he's rated #3?
luther • history • view • contemporary
Luther’s Relationship with the Jews
What was Luther's relationship with the Jewish peoples? Can he be blamed for Krystalnacht or Hitler? Or was Luther a dyspeptic old man who wrote some words he shouldn't have? This begins a series looking at three pieces Luther wrote concerning Jews.
christ • mary • jews • lies • evangelism
What was Luther's relationship with the Jewish peoples? Can he be blamed for Krystalnacht or Hitler? Or was Luther a dyspeptic old man who wrote some words he shouldn't have? This begins a series looking at three pieces Luther wrote concerning Jews.
christ • mary • jews • lies • evangelism
Reformation Day or Hallowe'en?
A look at October 31, listed as "Reformation Day" on Lutheran calendars. What is the history of this day, what happened, and why is it important not only for Lutherans but all Christians?
luther • 95 theses • 31 october 1517 • hallowe'en • reformation
A look at October 31, listed as "Reformation Day" on Lutheran calendars. What is the history of this day, what happened, and why is it important not only for Lutherans but all Christians?
luther • 95 theses • 31 october 1517 • hallowe'en • reformation
Get Out And Vote!
Elections Canada offers information and education services to persons who have a disability, seniors, persons with limited reading and writing skills, and persons living in transitional situations (homeless or living in a shelter for victims of abuse).
Elections Canada offers information and education services to persons who have a disability, seniors, persons with limited reading and writing skills, and persons living in transitional situations (homeless or living in a shelter for victims of abuse).
Lutherans: Catholic, Protestant, or Other?
What is a "Protestant?" Where did the term come from? Are Lutherans correctly categorized as Protestants? It's a matter of semantics and the viewpoints of historians. This is my viewpoint.
lutheran • protestant • diet • speier • reformed
What is a "Protestant?" Where did the term come from? Are Lutherans correctly categorized as Protestants? It's a matter of semantics and the viewpoints of historians. This is my viewpoint.
lutheran • protestant • diet • speier • reformed
A History of Bavaria
Bavaria began as a duchy during the early middle ages, and was elevated to an independent kingdom by Napoleon. During WWII it became home to Nazi headquarters.
nazi • germany • german tourism • king ludwig • neuschwanstein castle
Bavaria began as a duchy during the early middle ages, and was elevated to an independent kingdom by Napoleon. During WWII it became home to Nazi headquarters.
nazi • germany • german tourism • king ludwig • neuschwanstein castle
English Opera Beginnings
Traces early English opera with significant roles played by Henry Purcell and George Frideric Handel.
english opera beginnings • opera • early english opera • english opera and purcell • english opera and handel
Traces early English opera with significant roles played by Henry Purcell and George Frideric Handel.
english opera beginnings • opera • early english opera • english opera and purcell • english opera and handel
Frederick William I
Frederick William I was the first king of Prussia. He would establish Absolutism in Prussia and give the state its distinct military character.
frederick william i of prussia • king frederick william i • soldier king • absolustism in prussia • military character of prussia
Frederick William I was the first king of Prussia. He would establish Absolutism in Prussia and give the state its distinct military character.
frederick william i of prussia • king frederick william i • soldier king • absolustism in prussia • military character of prussia
George Frideric Handel
Brief biography of composer George F. Handel, best-known for oratorios and operas. Famous for oratorio Messiah.
george handel • handel biography • handel list of works • handel's messiah • handel oratorios
Brief biography of composer George F. Handel, best-known for oratorios and operas. Famous for oratorio Messiah.
george handel • handel biography • handel list of works • handel's messiah • handel oratorios
Schloss Moritzburg near Dresden
Baroque Schloss Moritzburg Castle, the hunting palace of the kings of Saxony, is a popular day-trip destination from Dresden in Germany.
sightseeing in saxony • day trip from dresden • schloss moritzburg castle • castle in germany • transportation in dresden
Baroque Schloss Moritzburg Castle, the hunting palace of the kings of Saxony, is a popular day-trip destination from Dresden in Germany.
sightseeing in saxony • day trip from dresden • schloss moritzburg castle • castle in germany • transportation in dresden
Sophia of Hanover - Mother of George I
Mother of George I, she came seven weeks away from achieving her life's ambition, that of being Queen of England. Sadly, it was not to be.
sophia of hanover • george i • anne • charles ii • james i
Mother of George I, she came seven weeks away from achieving her life's ambition, that of being Queen of England. Sadly, it was not to be.
sophia of hanover • george i • anne • charles ii • james i
Tense Presidential Interregnums
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The Seventeenth Amendment to the US Constitution
From 1787 to 1913 the power to choose United States Senators was vested by the Constitution in the State legislatures. The Seventeenth Amendment changed this.
seventeenth amendment • us constitution • united states senate • founding fathers • ratification
From 1787 to 1913 the power to choose United States Senators was vested by the Constitution in the State legislatures. The Seventeenth Amendment changed this.
seventeenth amendment • us constitution • united states senate • founding fathers • ratification
Twenty-Third Amendment to the US Constitution
The Constitution provided for a seat of government for the United States. It did not provide voting rights for those living there.
dc voting rights • twenty-third amendment • george washington • us constitution • washington dc
The Constitution provided for a seat of government for the United States. It did not provide voting rights for those living there.
dc voting rights • twenty-third amendment • george washington • us constitution • washington dc
Visiting Dresden, Germany
Dresden, Germany is rich in culture and history. Here are some popular sites to see when visiting this beautiful east central German city.
visiting dresden • what to do in dresden • tourists sites in dresden • historical dresden sites • german travel
Dresden, Germany is rich in culture and history. Here are some popular sites to see when visiting this beautiful east central German city.
visiting dresden • what to do in dresden • tourists sites in dresden • historical dresden sites • german travel
A Hammer and Nails
The Lutheran church traditionally has celebrated Reformation on October 31, when much of the rest of our culture celebrates Halloween. This week I give some thoughts on the Reformation heritage as it looks back on the Christian heritage of salvation by grace alone.
reformation • halloween • hallowe'en • church history • sin
The Lutheran church traditionally has celebrated Reformation on October 31, when much of the rest of our culture celebrates Halloween. This week I give some thoughts on the Reformation heritage as it looks back on the Christian heritage of salvation by grace alone.
reformation • halloween • hallowe'en • church history • sin
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