The Constitutional Convention
The first 13 states of the Union functioned almost as independent countries.
Subject: Democracy
Women and the Economy: Ensuring an Equitable Future—Global Women’s Issues Series
Women’s economic questions are wide-ranging, and the list of policy hurdles to be resolved is long.
Subject: Democracy
President Donald J. Trump’s Inaugural Address on 20 January 2017
On January 20, 2017, America celebrated the inauguration of its 45th president—Donald J. Trump. He gave his inaugural address from the West Front of the U.S. Capitol as has every president since President Reagan in 1981.
Declaration of the Rights of Man (France, 1789)—Words of Freedom Series
A fundamental document of the French Revolution and in the history of human and civil rights.
Subject: Democracy
Freedom of Expression at a Glance—Freedom of Expression Series
Hate speech receives full First Amendment protection.
Subject: Democracy
Starting and Maintaining a Blog—Freedom of Expression Series
Anyone with an Internet connection can share their thoughts with the world by writing a blog.
Subject: Democracy
U.S. Elections: Primary Elections—U.S. Elections Series
Primary elections and caucuses held in each U.S. state are essential to the way that political parties select their presidential candidates.
U.S. Law Restricts, Protects Federal Workers—U.S. Elections Series
Does the Hatch Act infringe on a worker’s First Amendment right to free speech?
Subject: Democracy
Election Day: Democracy in Action—U.S. Elections Series
Election Day in the United States often arrives dressed as a carnival.
What Happens After Elections—U.S. Elections Series
The transition process begins with the defeated candidate’s concession speech.
Subject: Democracy
The U.S. Presidential Inauguration: An Exceptional Tradition—U.S. Elections Series
Though not required, every president since George Washington has delivered an inaugural address.
Presidential Transitions: The Second Term and Beyond—U.S. Elections Series
A re-elected president is not under time pressure to fill a full slate of top government positions.
Subject: Democracy