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First Parties, Part III
The basic differences between the two original parties could not be resolved through the normal political process. These incompatible views of government were evantually resolved by the Civil War. See what led to this inevitable conflict.
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HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART III
Henry Clay became the leader of the opposition to Jackson and the Democratic Party. In 1840, with his party almost guaranteed to win, he was denied the nomination. He got the nomination in 1844. While in the Senate, he crafted another Great Compomise which avoided armed conflict over the tariff issue and nullification.
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The Presidency of Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson was a polarizing figure in the history of American politics. He was a strong and capable leader with a violent tempor and a very clear vision of America,
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What Do You Know About Jack Kevorkian aka Dr. Death?(Conclusion)
This is the last in a series of four articles about the notorious Dr. Jack Kevorkian aka Dr. Death. It includes an account of his last suicide patient, Thomas Youk, the infamous videotape of that assisted suicide, the trial, conviction and sentence.
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How to Understand the US Presidential Elections
The method for selecting US Presidents is difficult to comprehend. Primaries, caucuses, delegates, conventions and the daunting Electoral College are intimidating events.
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LIFE AFTER THE WHITE HOUSE, PART I
Presidents have lives after they leave the White House. Many continued to serve their countries in positions of public service. This series of article will examine what the Presidents did after they left the White House. Some of their stories may surprise you.
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John Quincy Adams's Last Crusade
This new book is an inspiring look at one of the greatest American politicians. Mr. John Q. Adams is shown as the extraordinary personification of genuine Civil Service!
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A Judicial Revolution
A look at the recalcitrant Texas courts, particulary when it comes to death penalty cases - an area the state knows well.
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Raising Suspicion about Ricin
Seven Algerians are arrested for making Ricin - a very powerful element of potential bioterrorism. The explanations these Algerians offer as to why they operated a Ricin lab probably will not tell the full story - until the next bio-lab bust.
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In the Shadow of Our Founders -- Part Three
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
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In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Three
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
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Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright (Part I)
Silar Wright turned down more major offices than most politicians ever win election to in their entire careers. He was offered cabinets posts, the governorship of New York, a seat in the U.S. Senate, the Vice Presidency and the Presidency. Learn why he refused so many positions.
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American History Paper Topics
Do you need a topic for an American history essay? Here's some of the highlights of the last 250 years or so to get you started!
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Obama Wins Globe Endorsement
The nation watched as states vied for position during the primaries. Now a new rivalry is brewing between newspapers in the northeast and midwest.
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The Ascent of John Tyler
John Tyler, though a Jeffersonian Republican and ardent Democrat, became the second Whig President after William Henry Harrison's death.
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The Presidency of John Tyler
John Tyler, though elected Vice President as a Whig candidate, did much after ascending to the highest office, to destroy the Whig agenda in Washington.
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The Rise of Andrew Johnson
Andrew Johnson, who took over the Presidency after Lincoln's assassination, was born in poverty, but worked his way up quickly up the political ladder.
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Review of Feminist Shakespeare
While Kahn makes many fine arguments and cites excellent research from Lacan, Strauss, and other critics to support her own assertions, her essay is at times disjointed.
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John Adams: Administration and Events (Part II)
John Adams was caught between the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans. They wanted a war and he didn't. Adams worked to continue Washington's policy of neutrality, which became increasingly difficult. He even went so far as to prepare for war but managed to maintain the peace. See how in this article.
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Third Time's The Charm, Part I
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
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The Politics of Martin Van Buren
Martin Van Buren, as President of the United States, played a key role in establishing the Jacksonian Democratic party and in creating the second American party system.
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ANDREW JACKSON AND THE EATON AFFAIR: A NATIONAL SOAP OPERA
A social dispute over one woman's virtue brought down the entire government. Never mind Clinton and company, this was a real scandal.
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First Parties, Part II
Their basic differences in their view of mankind and the role of government led the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans to take very different stands on the issues facing them.
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Three Is Definitely a Crowd: Part I. The System Evolves
If there is one line political activists tire of hearing, it is the statement: "It does not matter which party is in power because nothing ever changes, and there is not a bit of difference between them". If that is true, why have so many efforts in the US to create third parties failed so miserably?
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He had a dream....
Celebrating Martin Luther King Day in the most appropriate of ways: reprinting his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
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In the Shadow of Our Founders
First in a series of guest articles by Suite101.com history editors.
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In the Shadow of Our Founders -- Part One
Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln, and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
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