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THE PRESIDENTIAL LINE OF SUCCESSION: WHO'S NEXT?
The Presidential line of succession designates who takes over if both the President and Vice President die, resign or leave office. Learn who might become our next President.
president • vice president • speaker of the house • president pro tem of the senate • succession
The Presidential line of succession designates who takes over if both the President and Vice President die, resign or leave office. Learn who might become our next President.
president • vice president • speaker of the house • president pro tem of the senate • succession
CACTUS JACK GARNER: "NOT WORTH A BUCKET OF WARM....."
"Cactus Jack" Garner worked his way up to Speaker of the House, and then agreed to become Vice President. He regretted the decision for the rest of his life. He also spoke out about his opinions of FDR and the Vice Presidency.
garner • roosevelt • president • vice president • democratic party
"Cactus Jack" Garner worked his way up to Speaker of the House, and then agreed to become Vice President. He regretted the decision for the rest of his life. He also spoke out about his opinions of FDR and the Vice Presidency.
garner • roosevelt • president • vice president • democratic party
Gingrich v. Pelosi
In this new era of responsibility, criticisms are being raised about comments made by current U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D, CA), who questions CIA conduct.
gingrich v. pelosi • nancy pelosi's controversial comments • newt gingrich • nancy pelosi • gingrich responds to pelosi comments
In this new era of responsibility, criticisms are being raised about comments made by current U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D, CA), who questions CIA conduct.
gingrich v. pelosi • nancy pelosi's controversial comments • newt gingrich • nancy pelosi • gingrich responds to pelosi comments
Mr. Speaker....
Before the mudslinging began in the current session of Parliament, the election of a new Speaker of the House brought a little dignity back into the proceedings.
canadian speaker of the house • canadian • government • house of commons • peter milliken
Before the mudslinging began in the current session of Parliament, the election of a new Speaker of the House brought a little dignity back into the proceedings.
canadian speaker of the house • canadian • government • house of commons • peter milliken
Bipartisan Health Care Reform May Be Dead
Taking the offensive, liberal Democrats have turned to partisan politics and indicated there's no need for Republican support to pass a comprehensive health care bill.
bipartisan healthcare reform • comprehensive healthcare bill • health insurance bill • blue dog senators • liberal democrats
Taking the offensive, liberal Democrats have turned to partisan politics and indicated there's no need for Republican support to pass a comprehensive health care bill.
bipartisan healthcare reform • comprehensive healthcare bill • health insurance bill • blue dog senators • liberal democrats
First Lady Sarah Childress Polk
Sarah Polk enjoyed the political life and was a great help to her husband while he was in office, writing speeches, tending to correspondence and other matters.
sarah childress polk • president james knox polk • eleventh president of the united states • first lady who would not allow dancing • polk place in nashville tennessee
Sarah Polk enjoyed the political life and was a great help to her husband while he was in office, writing speeches, tending to correspondence and other matters.
sarah childress polk • president james knox polk • eleventh president of the united states • first lady who would not allow dancing • polk place in nashville tennessee
Public View of US Capitol Visitor Center Opening
Although taxpayers paid the bulk of the $621 million price, the public was not invited to opening ceremonies of the new US Capitol Visitor Center, witnessing via C-SPAN.
capitol visitor center • capitol hill • emancipation hall • u.s. capitol visitor center • nancy pelosi
Although taxpayers paid the bulk of the $621 million price, the public was not invited to opening ceremonies of the new US Capitol Visitor Center, witnessing via C-SPAN.
capitol visitor center • capitol hill • emancipation hall • u.s. capitol visitor center • nancy pelosi
The Body / The Mind
The Body / The Mind Jesse Ventura - Governor-Elect of Minnesota
jesse ventura • politics • men • women • elections
The Body / The Mind Jesse Ventura - Governor-Elect of Minnesota
jesse ventura • politics • men • women • elections
Tales from the West Texas Dust
Texas News Digest
texas culture • politics • government • entertainment
Texas News Digest
texas culture • politics • government • entertainment
Fathers of Confederation, Part 1
First part of a four part series on the men who made this country out of words.
canada • confederation • canada day • brown • cartier
First part of a four part series on the men who made this country out of words.
canada • confederation • canada day • brown • cartier
The Life of James K Polk
James K Polk was the first dark horse President and the last strong President until the American Civil War.
the life of james k polk • the first dark horse president • james k polk dark horse president • james k polk civil war • james k polk's early life
James K Polk was the first dark horse President and the last strong President until the American Civil War.
the life of james k polk • the first dark horse president • james k polk dark horse president • james k polk civil war • james k polk's early life
Steelworkers Endorse Single Payer
The United Steelworkers union passed a resolution endorsing HR 676, "The U.S. National Health Insurance Act," at their annual convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 3.
united steelworkers • single payer health care • national health insurance • hr 676 • john conyers
The United Steelworkers union passed a resolution endorsing HR 676, "The U.S. National Health Insurance Act," at their annual convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 3.
united steelworkers • single payer health care • national health insurance • hr 676 • john conyers
The Passage of the Nineteenth Amendment
When the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed in 1920, American women won the right to vote. This was a hard-won victory.
nineteenth amendment • women's suffrage • seneca falls convention • elizabeth cady stanton • helen taft
When the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed in 1920, American women won the right to vote. This was a hard-won victory.
nineteenth amendment • women's suffrage • seneca falls convention • elizabeth cady stanton • helen taft
Who Leads Political Parties?
One can find party leaders in the party organizations at the federal and state level, Congress, and the White House.
political party leaders • president as party leader • party organizations • republican national committee • democratic national committee
One can find party leaders in the party organizations at the federal and state level, Congress, and the White House.
political party leaders • president as party leader • party organizations • republican national committee • democratic national committee
Who Will Obama Appoint Secretary of State?
America will watch closely as Barack Obama appoints the executive crew to help the President-elect govern. The Secretary of State plays a key role on that team.
barack obama • president-elect • secretary of state • cabinet • greg craig
America will watch closely as Barack Obama appoints the executive crew to help the President-elect govern. The Secretary of State plays a key role on that team.
barack obama • president-elect • secretary of state • cabinet • greg craig
A Guide to The West Wing
The Serial Drama "The West Wing" ran for 7 seasons from 1999 and won a total of 26 Emmy awards. It was written and created by acclaimed Hollywood writer Aaron Sorkin.
a guide to the west wing • a profile of the emmy-award winning political dram • the west wing • aaron sorkin • martin sheen
The Serial Drama "The West Wing" ran for 7 seasons from 1999 and won a total of 26 Emmy awards. It was written and created by acclaimed Hollywood writer Aaron Sorkin.
a guide to the west wing • a profile of the emmy-award winning political dram • the west wing • aaron sorkin • martin sheen
A Human Rights Failure in Nigeria
One of the worst human rights abuses is the abuse of a child. However, the practice of child witch-branding is one of the most malicious human rights abuses.
witchcraft in akwa ibom • child witch-branding • human rights in nigeria • child abuse in akwa ibom • akwa ibom child rights bill
One of the worst human rights abuses is the abuse of a child. However, the practice of child witch-branding is one of the most malicious human rights abuses.
witchcraft in akwa ibom • child witch-branding • human rights in nigeria • child abuse in akwa ibom • akwa ibom child rights bill
Acting Vice President, Part I
There was a time, prior to the Presidential Succession Act of 1886, when the President Pro Tem of the Senate was called the ACting Vice President. Ten men have held this unofficial office, one of them even serving for one day as Acting President.
president • vice president • pro tem • pro tempore • election
There was a time, prior to the Presidential Succession Act of 1886, when the President Pro Tem of the Senate was called the ACting Vice President. Ten men have held this unofficial office, one of them even serving for one day as Acting President.
president • vice president • pro tem • pro tempore • election
Bachmann and Tinklenberg on Issues
On November 4, 2008, Minnesota 6th District voters will choose between Michele Bachman and El Tinklenberg in a race that has drawn national attention.
michele bachman • elwyn tinklenberg • minnesota congressional 6th district candidates • where the candidates for minnesota's 6th congressi • bachmann calls obama anti-american
On November 4, 2008, Minnesota 6th District voters will choose between Michele Bachman and El Tinklenberg in a race that has drawn national attention.
michele bachman • elwyn tinklenberg • minnesota congressional 6th district candidates • where the candidates for minnesota's 6th congressi • bachmann calls obama anti-american
Big Brother 11 Episode Eighteen Recap
A lot of drama took place in the house since last Thursday's episode of Big Brother 11, and some of it was finally depicted in a game-changing episode of Big Brother 11.
big brother 11 episode eighteen recap (part 1) • big brother episode 18 recap from august 18th tele • chima evicted from big brother house • big brother nomination announcement • chima mental breakdown
A lot of drama took place in the house since last Thursday's episode of Big Brother 11, and some of it was finally depicted in a game-changing episode of Big Brother 11.
big brother 11 episode eighteen recap (part 1) • big brother episode 18 recap from august 18th tele • chima evicted from big brother house • big brother nomination announcement • chima mental breakdown
Comic Books Fight the Cold War
Immediately after World War II, a new, "cold" war gripped the world and, just as they had done during WWII, comic books appeared to protect Americans from the Red Menace.
war comics • korean war • cold war • super heroes • propaganda
Immediately after World War II, a new, "cold" war gripped the world and, just as they had done during WWII, comic books appeared to protect Americans from the Red Menace.
war comics • korean war • cold war • super heroes • propaganda
Fathers of Confederation, Part 4
Fathers of Confederation Part 4, Easy as that.
canada • confederation • fathers • tupper • charles tupper
Fathers of Confederation Part 4, Easy as that.
canada • confederation • fathers • tupper • charles tupper
Henry Clay and the American Presidency
Miscalculating the mood of the American voter, Henry Clay was his own worst enemy when it came to running a successful presidential campaign.
henry clay and the presidency • clay's presidential campaigns • the election of 1824 • election of 1832 • election of 1844
Miscalculating the mood of the American voter, Henry Clay was his own worst enemy when it came to running a successful presidential campaign.
henry clay and the presidency • clay's presidential campaigns • the election of 1824 • election of 1832 • election of 1844
History of Emergency Number 911
During its 40 years of existence, the 911 emergency call system in North America has utilized technological advances to become a major life-saving communication resource
911 • e911 • emergency call number • history of 911 • birth of 911
During its 40 years of existence, the 911 emergency call system in North America has utilized technological advances to become a major life-saving communication resource
911 • e911 • emergency call number • history of 911 • birth of 911
How to Talk Politics at Parties
There are few things more embarrassing than being the only person at a party who isn't politically-informed. Here is a crash course in the key players and facts to know.
talk politics • how to talk politics • politics for beginners • american politics basics • u.s. politics basics
There are few things more embarrassing than being the only person at a party who isn't politically-informed. Here is a crash course in the key players and facts to know.
talk politics • how to talk politics • politics for beginners • american politics basics • u.s. politics basics
Mary Parker Follett and Management Theory
The theories of an early 20th century political philosopher, Mary Parker Follett, have added much to modern day management theory, organisations, and leadership.
mary parker follett • mary parker follett management theory • mary parker follett psychology industrial manageme • mary parker follett human relations industrial man • early management theory
The theories of an early 20th century political philosopher, Mary Parker Follett, have added much to modern day management theory, organisations, and leadership.
mary parker follett • mary parker follett management theory • mary parker follett psychology industrial manageme • mary parker follett human relations industrial man • early management theory
Omaha's Prospect Hill Cemetery
Prospect Hill Cemetery, located at 3202 Parker Street, in Omaha, is believed to be Omaha's oldest cemetery, dating back to 1858.
prospect hill cemetary omaha • omaha historical sites • byron reed • koutze family • herman koutze
Prospect Hill Cemetery, located at 3202 Parker Street, in Omaha, is believed to be Omaha's oldest cemetery, dating back to 1858.
prospect hill cemetary omaha • omaha historical sites • byron reed • koutze family • herman koutze
Political Revenge
The case that this election season will not be a referendum on impeachment.
clinton • impreachment
The case that this election season will not be a referendum on impeachment.
clinton • impreachment
Polk by Walter R. Borneman
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
Presidential Transition in Economic Crisis
As America struggles with its potentially worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, there is a danger that the Presidential transition can make it worse.
presidential transitions • economic crisis • great depression • hoover and roosevelt transition • obama and bush
As America struggles with its potentially worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, there is a danger that the Presidential transition can make it worse.
presidential transitions • economic crisis • great depression • hoover and roosevelt transition • obama and bush
Rose, Clinton, and John Wayne
As a young man, Pete Rose was a member of the Order of DeMolay and is a member of the Order's Hall of Fame. So were Bill Clinton and John Wayne.
rose • clinton • wayne • pete rose gambling • roberto clemente award
As a young man, Pete Rose was a member of the Order of DeMolay and is a member of the Order's Hall of Fame. So were Bill Clinton and John Wayne.
rose • clinton • wayne • pete rose gambling • roberto clemente award
The British Royal Assent
After a Bill has passed through both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, it must be given the Royal Assent before becoming an Act of Parliament.
royal assent • the royal assent • queen and parliament • how a bill becomes an act of parliament • making an act of parliament
After a Bill has passed through both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, it must be given the Royal Assent before becoming an Act of Parliament.
royal assent • the royal assent • queen and parliament • how a bill becomes an act of parliament • making an act of parliament
The Controversial Election of 1876
Though Rutherford B. Hayes trailed in both popular and electoral votes, a congressional compromise named him President on one of the most controversial elections in Ameri
rutherford b. hayes • whig party • republican party history • american presidents • united states civil war
Though Rutherford B. Hayes trailed in both popular and electoral votes, a congressional compromise named him President on one of the most controversial elections in Ameri
rutherford b. hayes • whig party • republican party history • american presidents • united states civil war
The Essentials of the Current War on Terror
U.S. Commanders in the field are sounding the alarm concerning Afghanistan, while hastening the withdrawal of troops from Iraq and trying to block a nuclear Iran.
current war on terror • war on terror • obama's war on terror • obama's current war on terror • pakistan war on terror
U.S. Commanders in the field are sounding the alarm concerning Afghanistan, while hastening the withdrawal of troops from Iraq and trying to block a nuclear Iran.
current war on terror • war on terror • obama's war on terror • obama's current war on terror • pakistan war on terror
The Life of William McKinley
In 1896, William McKinley became the Republican candidate for the Presidency. He was hailed as "the advance agent of prosperity."
the life of william mckinley • the 25th president of the united states • mckinley american civil war • mckinley's early career • mckinley congress
In 1896, William McKinley became the Republican candidate for the Presidency. He was hailed as "the advance agent of prosperity."
the life of william mckinley • the 25th president of the united states • mckinley american civil war • mckinley's early career • mckinley congress
The Presidential Election of 1824
Although Andrew Jackson won the popular vote, the House of Representatives denied him the presidency in 1825 by supporting rival John Quincy Adams.
election of 1824 • john quincy adams and andrew jackson • election of 1824 and the house of representatives • presidential elections • henry clay and the 1824 election
Although Andrew Jackson won the popular vote, the House of Representatives denied him the presidency in 1825 by supporting rival John Quincy Adams.
election of 1824 • john quincy adams and andrew jackson • election of 1824 and the house of representatives • presidential elections • henry clay and the 1824 election
The Sad Morning After
Assessment of the November 3, 1998 mid-term elections.
mid-term elections • newt gingrich • republicans
Assessment of the November 3, 1998 mid-term elections.
mid-term elections • newt gingrich • republicans
What is an Anti-Tax Tea Party?
The anti-tax tea party was created to show the Obama administration that American's do not want to pay more taxes and are opposed to irresponsible government spending.
tax day protests • april 15th tax day protests • creation of anti tax tea party • liberal reactions • conservative reactions
The anti-tax tea party was created to show the Obama administration that American's do not want to pay more taxes and are opposed to irresponsible government spending.
tax day protests • april 15th tax day protests • creation of anti tax tea party • liberal reactions • conservative reactions
What is the Role of Congress?
The Constitution and the Federalist Papers define the expressed and inherent powers of the Congress. A review of these documents reveals what Congress should be doing.
what does congress do • congressional roles responsibilities duties • constitution • federalist papers • expressed power
The Constitution and the Federalist Papers define the expressed and inherent powers of the Congress. A review of these documents reveals what Congress should be doing.
what does congress do • congressional roles responsibilities duties • constitution • federalist papers • expressed power
Where do they go?
Alliance rebels may be working hand-in-hand with Progressive Conservatives when the House of Commons reconvenes this fall.
politics in canada • canadian alliance party • stockwell day • alliance dissidents • canadian politics
Alliance rebels may be working hand-in-hand with Progressive Conservatives when the House of Commons reconvenes this fall.
politics in canada • canadian alliance party • stockwell day • alliance dissidents • canadian politics
Winning Issues in Presidential Elections
Presidents of the United States have largely been chosen for what they could do for the economy and society. Some notable elections have turned on events far from home.
issues in presidential elections • domestic versus international issues • foreign policy in elections • presidential elections • successful presidential candidates
Presidents of the United States have largely been chosen for what they could do for the economy and society. Some notable elections have turned on events far from home.
issues in presidential elections • domestic versus international issues • foreign policy in elections • presidential elections • successful presidential candidates
Health Care Reform Public Option Opt Out
The public option, a sort of government run health insurance agency, is back in the news again. However, the new plan allows states to decide whether or not to use it.
public option opt out • public option health care reform • state decision public option • federal taxes public option • new public option health
The public option, a sort of government run health insurance agency, is back in the news again. However, the new plan allows states to decide whether or not to use it.
public option opt out • public option health care reform • state decision public option • federal taxes public option • new public option health
MP's Expenses Scandal
The releasing of British MPs expense reports caused outrage amongst the general public and led to resignations and an official investigation by Sir Thomas Legg.
mp's expenses scandal • members of parliaments • expenses claims • the daily telegraph • john wick
The releasing of British MPs expense reports caused outrage amongst the general public and led to resignations and an official investigation by Sir Thomas Legg.
mp's expenses scandal • members of parliaments • expenses claims • the daily telegraph • john wick
A Tribute To Texas Heroes
Paying tribute to a small band of Texas Democrats who dared to stand and say no to an unabashed power grab.
supreme court
Paying tribute to a small band of Texas Democrats who dared to stand and say no to an unabashed power grab.
supreme court
ALMOST PRESIDENT: CHARLES FAIRBANKS
Charles Fairbanks was Teddy Roosevelt's Vice Presdient. But had he not turned down the Vice Presidential nomination, he would have been President instead of Teddy. His revenge on Teddy created the Bull Moose campaign of 1912.
roosevelt • teddy • taft • fairbanks • president
Charles Fairbanks was Teddy Roosevelt's Vice Presdient. But had he not turned down the Vice Presidential nomination, he would have been President instead of Teddy. His revenge on Teddy created the Bull Moose campaign of 1912.
roosevelt • teddy • taft • fairbanks • president
Bush Faces Investigation Over Torture
America's two most powerful legislators have both endorsed a formal inquiry into the controversial 'war on terror' policies of the Bush administration.
bush faces investigation • bush faces investigation over torture • democrats probe bush investigation • bush torture probe authorized • bush war crimes
America's two most powerful legislators have both endorsed a formal inquiry into the controversial 'war on terror' policies of the Bush administration.
bush faces investigation • bush faces investigation over torture • democrats probe bush investigation • bush torture probe authorized • bush war crimes
DC Center Projects New Spin on American History
By spotlighting the historical role of the Congress, the spanking new Visitor Center of the US Capitol expands the way Americans perceive the history of their nation.
center projects new spin • sen. harry reid • conservatives carp • speaker nancy pelosi • mind-blowing new view
By spotlighting the historical role of the Congress, the spanking new Visitor Center of the US Capitol expands the way Americans perceive the history of their nation.
center projects new spin • sen. harry reid • conservatives carp • speaker nancy pelosi • mind-blowing new view
Desperate Efforts of Anti-Choice Forces
The NEA and other anti-choice forces run to the courts to keep lower-income students trapped in schools they would rather not be in.
nea • vouchers • zelman v. simmons-harris
The NEA and other anti-choice forces run to the courts to keep lower-income students trapped in schools they would rather not be in.
nea • vouchers • zelman v. simmons-harris
Disciminating Against Religioius Instruction
The case of Locke v. Davey will test whether the state is required to maintain neutrality with respect to religion.
blaine amendment • locke v. davey
The case of Locke v. Davey will test whether the state is required to maintain neutrality with respect to religion.
blaine amendment • locke v. davey
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