US Politics: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Historical Presidential Approval Ratings - End Of Term Plus Current Ratings
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings. Links to current approval ratings -- job, Iraq -- as well as Presidential candidate polling data.
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings. Links to current approval ratings -- job, Iraq -- as well as Presidential candidate polling data.
How Much Is A Billion?
Context for understanding how much is a billion.
Context for understanding how much is a billion.
Race for US Senate - 2008
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election.
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election.
What Are Super-Delegates?
The Democratic Party has three types of delegates; two types are elected at the state level. The third is less well publicized or understood: the super-delegate.
The Democratic Party has three types of delegates; two types are elected at the state level. The third is less well publicized or understood: the super-delegate.
Issue Summary: Abortion
This issue summary provides background about abortion in America, presents various points of view on the political aspects of abortion, and provides links to pro choice and pro life organizations.
This issue summary provides background about abortion in America, presents various points of view on the political aspects of abortion, and provides links to pro choice and pro life organizations.
US Politics - Forum Guidelines
Terms of use policies for the US Politics Forum at About.com
Terms of use policies for the US Politics Forum at About.com
Death Penalty
After a 10-year moratorium, the United States re-instituted the death penalty in 1977. Overview of statistics, arguments pro-and-con, background of capital punishment.
After a 10-year moratorium, the United States re-instituted the death penalty in 1977. Overview of statistics, arguments pro-and-con, background of capital punishment.
Obama Political Timeline
When Barack Obama decided he wanted to run for the Illinois Senate in 1996, he ensured his candidacy by successfully challenging the nomination petitions of his four competitors. This article provides a timeline of Obama's political career.
When Barack Obama decided he wanted to run for the Illinois Senate in 1996, he ensured his candidacy by successfully challenging the nomination petitions of his four competitors. This article provides a timeline of Obama's political career.
Hurricane Katrina - Statistics - Two Year Anniversary
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
Livability statistics for New Orleans area, post Katrina.
2005 Hurricane Season
Names, records set, effect and damage estimates of hurricanes in the 2005 season.
Names, records set, effect and damage estimates of hurricanes in the 2005 season.
Top 10 Political Movies
Use this gift guide to find the best political movie for the politico on your gift list.
Use this gift guide to find the best political movie for the politico on your gift list.
Bush Vetos
Details on the bills that have been vetoed by President Bush (43).
Details on the bills that have been vetoed by President Bush (43).
2008 Presidential Primaries
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
2008 Presidential Primary and Caucus Calendar
Gay Marriage - Post Election
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
2008 Election Central
Latest election news, candidate positions on the issues, fundraising information, States to Watch, and a comparison of the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates.
Latest election news, candidate positions on the issues, fundraising information, States to Watch, and a comparison of the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates.
Supreme Court
An overview of the federal court system in the United States, with profiles of US Supreme Court Justices.
An overview of the federal court system in the United States, with profiles of US Supreme Court Justices.
Public Holidays In The US
What are the nationwide public holidays in the United States and how is a holiday born?
What are the nationwide public holidays in the United States and how is a holiday born?
CAFE Standards
Background and controversy around the 1975 corporate average fuel efficiency standards designed to improve automobile fuel economy.
Background and controversy around the 1975 corporate average fuel efficiency standards designed to improve automobile fuel economy.
Bill of Rights
History of the Bill of Rights; first 10 amendments to the US Constitution.
History of the Bill of Rights; first 10 amendments to the US Constitution.
10 Classic Novels
Top 10 classic political novels, from 1984 to To Kill a Mockingbird.
Top 10 classic political novels, from 1984 to To Kill a Mockingbird.
Presidential Approval Rating
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2007.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2007.
The Draft
Overview of the history of the draft in the US. Reviews the success of the "all volunteer" Army and the possibility that Congress will reinstitute a draft.
Overview of the history of the draft in the US. Reviews the success of the "all volunteer" Army and the possibility that Congress will reinstitute a draft.
Party In Power - Congress and Presidency - 1945 - 2008
Table showing the party in power in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2006.
Table showing the party in power in each of the three branches of government, from 1945-2006.
House of Representatives Roll Call Vote On H R 6304, FISA Reauthorization
House of Representatives Roll Call Vote On H R 6304, FISA Reauthorization.
House of Representatives Roll Call Vote On H R 6304, FISA Reauthorization.
Presidential Vetoes - Overview and History - 1789-2008
Overview and history of the Presidential veto in the United States.
Overview and history of the Presidential veto in the United States.
Electoral Votes - 2008 Presidential Election
Summary of state electoral votes in 2008.
Summary of state electoral votes in 2008.
Timeline - NSA Wiretaps - August 2006
Overview and timeline of NSA wiretapping scandal.
Overview and timeline of NSA wiretapping scandal.
Today In Political History
An ever-growing calendar of political events that have helped shape the United States of America.
An ever-growing calendar of political events that have helped shape the United States of America.
Troops In Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
US and Coalition Troops in Iraq
US Immigration as Percent of Population - 1820-2004 From US Politics at About.com
US Immigration as Percent of Population, from US Politics
US Immigration as Percent of Population, from US Politics
Real Median Income, 2007
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Real Median Income - US Census, August 2007
Swing-Vote Cases
Many controversial issues have been decided by a 5-4 vote of the Supreme Court; the swing vote is the person who is vote number five. It's called a swing vote because the person does not always vote with either "side" of the court.
Many controversial issues have been decided by a 5-4 vote of the Supreme Court; the swing vote is the person who is vote number five. It's called a swing vote because the person does not always vote with either "side" of the court.
Medicare v Medicaid
Part one: medicare. An indepth look at two government programs for health care: medicare and medicaid.
Part one: medicare. An indepth look at two government programs for health care: medicare and medicaid.
Hurricane Katrina Timeline from US Politics
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
Amending The Constitution
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
How to amend the Constitution of the United States.
Sen. Barack Obama & Sen. Hillary Clinton Leadership PAC Donations & Super-Delegate Endorsements
Data on both Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton's Leadership PAC donations to federal candidates and their super-delegate position.
Data on both Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton's Leadership PAC donations to federal candidates and their super-delegate position.
Green Card
Definition of "green card" - which signifies the person is a legal permanent resident of the US.
Definition of "green card" - which signifies the person is a legal permanent resident of the US.
Nigerian Yellow Cake
Examination of the facts and fiction surrounding the intelligence community and allegations that Iraq attempted to purchase yellowcake from Niger.
Examination of the facts and fiction surrounding the intelligence community and allegations that Iraq attempted to purchase yellowcake from Niger.
Quotes About Politics
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
Quotations from politicans and other famous people - talking about politics.
John G. Roberts, Jr - Bio
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
Presidential Race - Editorial Endorsements
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2004.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2004.
Filibuster In 2005
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture.
Top 10 PACS - 2006
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
Top political action committees in 2006 election.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7.
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 7.
Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
US Federal Debt as a Percent of GDP, 1940-2007
Side-By-Side: Hurricane Katrina v Hurricane Rita from US Politics
A timeline of events leading up to the landfall of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita.
A timeline of events leading up to the landfall of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita.
George W. Bush
This illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, examines his life from birth to the White House.
This illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, examines his life from birth to the White House.
Executions by State and Method of Execution - Alphabetical
Statistics: Executions by State and Method of Execution (1977-2003)
Statistics: Executions by State and Method of Execution (1977-2003)
The Hatch Act
Passed in 1939, the Hatch Act restricts the political activity of executive branch employees of the federal government, District of Columbia government, and some state and local employees who work in connection with federally funded programs.
Passed in 1939, the Hatch Act restricts the political activity of executive branch employees of the federal government, District of Columbia government, and some state and local employees who work in connection with federally funded programs.
Tort Reform - State Recap
Physicians across the country are seeking tort reform from state lawmakers. Their goal: to stabilize medical liability insurance premiums.
Physicians across the country are seeking tort reform from state lawmakers. Their goal: to stabilize medical liability insurance premiums.
Food Standards of Identity
The Food and Drug Administration develops standards of identity for food products. Here's how.
The Food and Drug Administration develops standards of identity for food products. Here's how.
Congress
The Gang of Eight refers to eight members of Congress who must be briefed by the executive branch on matters of intelligence.
The Gang of Eight refers to eight members of Congress who must be briefed by the executive branch on matters of intelligence.
Top 10 Political TV Shows
Use this gift guide to find the best political TV shows for the politico on your gift list.
Use this gift guide to find the best political TV shows for the politico on your gift list.
Being an Indian in America
Examines issues, statistics and life of American Indians and provides information on process to "prove" ancestry.
Examines issues, statistics and life of American Indians and provides information on process to "prove" ancestry.
Income Distribution - 2007
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
Income Distribution - US Census, August 2007
Presidents of the USA
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.
McCain-Feingold
The McCain-Feingold Act, Public Law 107-155. is United States federal law that regulates the financing of political campaigns; chief sponsors were Senators John McCain (R-AZ) and Russell Feingold (D-WI). The law became effective 6 November 2002.
The McCain-Feingold Act, Public Law 107-155. is United States federal law that regulates the financing of political campaigns; chief sponsors were Senators John McCain (R-AZ) and Russell Feingold (D-WI). The law became effective 6 November 2002.
Panel Rejects Intrinsa
FDA Advisory Panel rejects testosterone via a patch (Intrinsa) for women with surgical menopause.
FDA Advisory Panel rejects testosterone via a patch (Intrinsa) for women with surgical menopause.
Christian Science Monitor - RSS Feeds - US Politics
Regular US Politics news updates with RSS feeds
Regular US Politics news updates with RSS feeds
Hit Most By Hurricanes
More than three-quarters of the top 29 US cities hit by hurricanes are in Florida.
More than three-quarters of the top 29 US cities hit by hurricanes are in Florida.
Oaths of Office
Details the oath of office for members of the Supreme Court.
Details the oath of office for members of the Supreme Court.
War in Iraq
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
Overview of issues surrounding the War in Iraq.
Voting Systems - State-by-State
Voting systems in each state - November 2006.
Voting systems in each state - November 2006.
Facebook - 2008 Prez
Facebook, the social networking site that is now open to everyone, has a myriad of political applications (widgets) that you can add to your profile. Here are the top presidential campaign 2008 applications!
Facebook, the social networking site that is now open to everyone, has a myriad of political applications (widgets) that you can add to your profile. Here are the top presidential campaign 2008 applications!
Same-Sex Marriage in the US - November 2004
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US after the November 2004 elections.
Blue Laws - Alcohol
Blue laws in the US.
Blue laws in the US.
Salaries of US Federal Officia
Current salaries for members of the U.S. Congress as well as the White House and the Courts.
Current salaries for members of the U.S. Congress as well as the White House and the Courts.
Filibuster and Cloture
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture .
Overview of Senate procedural Rule 22, filibuster and cloture .
Historical Presidential Rating
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
End of term presidential approval ratings from Eisenhower to Clinton.
Davis-Bacon Act
The Davis-Bacon Act (1931) requires federal contractors to pay prevailing wages -- in other words, public funds cannot be used in price discrimination. Ironically, an Act championed by Republicans has been suspended most almost exclusively by Republican Presidents.
The Davis-Bacon Act (1931) requires federal contractors to pay prevailing wages -- in other words, public funds cannot be used in price discrimination. Ironically, an Act championed by Republicans has been suspended most almost exclusively by Republican Presidents.
Presidential Election - Results by State, 1972-2004; Democratic Primary Results, 2008
How each state has voted in the last nine presidential elections and how each state has voted in the 2008 Democratic Primary.
How each state has voted in the last nine presidential elections and how each state has voted in the 2008 Democratic Primary.
Health Care
An overview of access to health care in the United States, with focus on insurance, costs, and party positions.
An overview of access to health care in the United States, with focus on insurance, costs, and party positions.
Iraq Casualties - Aug 2007
Iraq Casualties By Month - Mar 2003 - Aug 2007
Iraq Casualties By Month - Mar 2003 - Aug 2007
Women's Milestones
As Nancy Pelosi assumes leadership of the US House of Representatives, let's look at other milestones for women in politics in the United States.
As Nancy Pelosi assumes leadership of the US House of Representatives, let's look at other milestones for women in politics in the United States.
Income, Woman and Men - 2007
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
Income, Woman and Men - US Census, August 2007
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
US Poverty Rate, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
Presidential Election Forecast
2005 overview of possible candidates and issues relating to the US 2008 Presidential election.
2005 overview of possible candidates and issues relating to the US 2008 Presidential election.
Contact Congress
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
How to get in touch with your U.S. congressman.
Danish Cartoons
A Danish newspaper published cartoons depicting the prophet Mohammad in September 2005; organized protests/riots began in early 2006. Background, timeline, context for this story.
A Danish newspaper published cartoons depicting the prophet Mohammad in September 2005; organized protests/riots began in early 2006. Background, timeline, context for this story.
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product, from US Politics
US Gross National Debt As Percent of Gross Domestic Product, from US Politics
Presidential Vetoes - History, Records
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
Samuel Alito - Bio
President Bush nominated Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor. He was confirmed on 31 January 2006 and is the second Bush appointment to the Court.
President Bush nominated Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor. He was confirmed on 31 January 2006 and is the second Bush appointment to the Court.
US Senate
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
What powers are granted to the Senate by the US Constitution?
Same-Sex Marriage in the US - June 2006
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US - June 2006 - on eve of Senate vote on Constitutional Amendment.
Overview of the status of gay marriage in the US - June 2006 - on eve of Senate vote on Constitutional Amendment.
DP World Saga - Port Authority Letter - 15 February 2007
Port Authority letter to DP World and AIG regarding Newark Terminal
Port Authority letter to DP World and AIG regarding Newark Terminal
FISA
FISA "prescribes procedures for requesting judicial authorization for electronic surveillance and physical search of persons engaged in espionage or international terrorism against the United States on behalf of a foreign power."
FISA "prescribes procedures for requesting judicial authorization for electronic surveillance and physical search of persons engaged in espionage or international terrorism against the United States on behalf of a foreign power."
Presidential Pardons
On 24 December 1992, President George Bush pardoned six Reagan administration officials involved in the Iran-Contra Affair.
On 24 December 1992, President George Bush pardoned six Reagan administration officials involved in the Iran-Contra Affair.
Issue: Geneva Conventions
This issue summary provides background about the Geneva Conventions and treatment of prisoners of war. The context is the current war against terrorism and events in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Abu Ghraib, Iraq.
This issue summary provides background about the Geneva Conventions and treatment of prisoners of war. The context is the current war against terrorism and events in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Abu Ghraib, Iraq.
Democrats For Prez
An overview of 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidates.
An overview of 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidates.
The Politics of Sex-Ed
America has ongoing battles about sex education (what to teach, if to teach, when to teach). And yet we have double the teen pregnancy rate of other Western countries that teach comprehensive sex-ed classes. What is the origin of this tempest?
America has ongoing battles about sex education (what to teach, if to teach, when to teach). And yet we have double the teen pregnancy rate of other Western countries that teach comprehensive sex-ed classes. What is the origin of this tempest?
BB Amendment
A timeline for the Balanced Budget Amendment, which would amend the United States Constitution by requiring -- through law -- that Congress pass a federal budget that balances projected revenues and expenditures, with certain exceptions (notably, a time of war).
A timeline for the Balanced Budget Amendment, which would amend the United States Constitution by requiring -- through law -- that Congress pass a federal budget that balances projected revenues and expenditures, with certain exceptions (notably, a time of war).
Debt/GDP by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Gross Debt as a Percent of GDP, by President
Plame Timeline
Karl Rove / Joseph Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson Timeline
Karl Rove / Joseph Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson Timeline
Barack Obama, 2008
Profile of Barack Obama, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
Profile of Barack Obama, one of a series of profiles in the 2008 Presidential Race.
DOMA
President Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) on 21 September 2001. It defines marriage as an act between heterosexuals.
President Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) on 21 September 2001. It defines marriage as an act between heterosexuals.
Should We Rebuild New Orleans?
Commentary on mitigation verus rebuilding after natural disasters, focusing on 2005 Category 5 Hurricane Katrina
Commentary on mitigation verus rebuilding after natural disasters, focusing on 2005 Category 5 Hurricane Katrina
The Bush Cabinet - Term 2
The Bush Cabinet - Term 2.
The Bush Cabinet - Term 2.
Bush Aggregated, Total
Chart shows aggregated approval ratings for President Bush, both terms. Includes 13 sources and 14-day running average.
Chart shows aggregated approval ratings for President Bush, both terms. Includes 13 sources and 14-day running average.
US Immigration By Decade - 1820-2004 From US Politics at About.com
US Immigration by Decade, from US Politics
US Immigration by Decade, from US Politics
Guide To the 2008 Nomination
A Cliff Notes Guide To the 2008 Presidential Nomination defines terms and provides an overview of the nomination process that culminates in the Democratic and Republican National Conventions this summer.
A Cliff Notes Guide To the 2008 Presidential Nomination defines terms and provides an overview of the nomination process that culminates in the Democratic and Republican National Conventions this summer.
Educational Attainment and the 2004 Presidential Vote
Data showing percentage of population holding graduate degrees and how states voted in 2004 Presidential election
Data showing percentage of population holding graduate degrees and how states voted in 2004 Presidential election
US Pension Crisis?
An overview of the pension system in the United States, examining the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), types of pensions, assets and liabilities, and facts to consider when discussing reform.
An overview of the pension system in the United States, examining the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), types of pensions, assets and liabilities, and facts to consider when discussing reform.
Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act
Excerpt from HR6407, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act, which is effectively line-item vetoed by Presidential signing statement
Excerpt from HR6407, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act, which is effectively line-item vetoed by Presidential signing statement
2008 Delegate Count - Democratic Primary and Caucus - Presidential Election
Summary of the Democratic pledged delegate count in the 2008 presidential nomination contest.
Summary of the Democratic pledged delegate count in the 2008 presidential nomination contest.
Katrina News
Analyses and news reports of potential impact of a hurricane on New Orleans - before Katrina hit.
Analyses and news reports of potential impact of a hurricane on New Orleans - before Katrina hit.
Senate Race - Fall 2004
Chart showing open seats for the US Senate - Election 2004.
Chart showing open seats for the US Senate - Election 2004.
Uninsured Children - 2007
Uninsured Children - Race, Age, Poverty Rate - US Census, August 2007
Uninsured Children - Race, Age, Poverty Rate - US Census, August 2007
Ronnie Earle
Ronnie Earle is the Travis County (Austin) Texas prosecutor. His office is responsible for prosecuting crimes against the state. He is in the news because of an indictment against US House of Representatives Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX).
Ronnie Earle is the Travis County (Austin) Texas prosecutor. His office is responsible for prosecuting crimes against the state. He is in the news because of an indictment against US House of Representatives Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX).
Presidential Approval Ratings - August 2005
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2005.
Analysis of presidential approval ratings -- overall, Iraq and economy -- from 2001 to 2005.
Op-Ed, Harriet Miers
Commentary and op-ed on the nomination of Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court
Commentary and op-ed on the nomination of Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court
Grand Jury in the US
The Grand Jury in the United States: an historical overview with details on selection, reponsibilities, secrecy, subpoena power, and indictments.
The Grand Jury in the United States: an historical overview with details on selection, reponsibilities, secrecy, subpoena power, and indictments.
How Do Wyoming Caucuses Work?
Presidential election primaries and caucuses are two different methods that political parties use to let party members (voters) select the presidential nominee. How do caucuses work and what's the word on Wyoming?
Presidential election primaries and caucuses are two different methods that political parties use to let party members (voters) select the presidential nominee. How do caucuses work and what's the word on Wyoming?
Poverty by Age Group 1959-2006
Poverty by Age Group, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
Poverty by Age Group, 1959-2006 - US Census, August 2007
Uninsured Rates By State-2007
Uninsured Rates By State - US Census, August 2007
Uninsured Rates By State - US Census, August 2007
HHS Earmarks - Chart - Top 10 States - 15 August 2006
Earmarks associated with Deparment of Labor, Health and Human Services, normalized by population.
Earmarks associated with Deparment of Labor, Health and Human Services, normalized by population.
Bush Position on HR 810 - Stem Cell Research
Bush Position on HR 810 - Stem Cell Research
Bush Position on HR 810 - Stem Cell Research
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 2
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 2.
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 2.
Open Seats - House of Representatives - Fall 2006
Chart showing open seats for the US House of Representatives - Election 2006.
Chart showing open seats for the US House of Representatives - Election 2006.
Democratic Debates - YouTube
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
Pledge Case Ruling Issued
Analysis of Supreme Court decision on pledge of allegiance legal case suggests that the Court ducked the issue, which is effectively tabled until after the election.
Analysis of Supreme Court decision on pledge of allegiance legal case suggests that the Court ducked the issue, which is effectively tabled until after the election.
Democratic Debates - YouTubeII
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
The July 2007 Democratic Presidential Debate featured questions from Americans via YouTube videos. These are the 38 videos featured on the 23 July 2007 CNN-sponsored debate.
US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 6
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 6.
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964 - Title 6.
Statistics on Cloture Motions - 93rd-110th Congresses - Learning About Filibuster
Statistics on Cloture Motions - the first step in a filibuster - in various Congresses
Statistics on Cloture Motions - the first step in a filibuster - in various Congresses
Pat Tillman Timeline
Pat Tillman -- high profile volunteer, multi-million-dollar pro-football player -- was killed in Afghanistan in April 2004. He was killed by "friendly fire." This is a timeline of events surrounding his death and subsequent investigations.
Pat Tillman -- high profile volunteer, multi-million-dollar pro-football player -- was killed in Afghanistan in April 2004. He was killed by "friendly fire." This is a timeline of events surrounding his death and subsequent investigations.
Bush on Terrorism
Text of speech given by President George W. Bush on 28 June 2005 in Ft. Bragg, NC.
Text of speech given by President George W. Bush on 28 June 2005 in Ft. Bragg, NC.
What Is A Leadership PAC?
Federal politicians -- senators and representatives -- often form what is called a Leadership PAC to, among other things, raise money to help fund other candidate campaigns.
Federal politicians -- senators and representatives -- often form what is called a Leadership PAC to, among other things, raise money to help fund other candidate campaigns.
Advocacy
Overview of money in politics with a review of the four types of political fundraising organizations.
Overview of money in politics with a review of the four types of political fundraising organizations.
Terri Schiavo Act
Roll call vote from the Palm Sunday vote of the House of Representives to suspend the rules and pass a bill directing a Federal Judge in Florida to review the Terri Schiavo case.
Roll call vote from the Palm Sunday vote of the House of Representives to suspend the rules and pass a bill directing a Federal Judge in Florida to review the Terri Schiavo case.
Energy Bill
Overview of HR 6, the 2005 Energy Bill.
Overview of HR 6, the 2005 Energy Bill.
Presidential Comparison
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
Presidential Comparison: Debt as Percentage of GDP
DNC Overview
Key dates and web pages for the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston.
Key dates and web pages for the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston.
Registration
Three states allow citizens to register and vote on election day; one state does not require registration. Most require registration by 4 October.
Three states allow citizens to register and vote on election day; one state does not require registration. Most require registration by 4 October.
AG - 1960-1980
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Bios of US Attorney General from 1960-1980.
Editorial Cartoons
An evolving guide to the best editorial cartoons available online.
An evolving guide to the best editorial cartoons available online.
Continuity of Government Plans
The Continuity of Operations Plan - or Continuity of Government Plan - ensures that United States federal government operations can continue in the case of catastrophic events. It is an outgrowth of Cold War era legislation and executive order.
The Continuity of Operations Plan - or Continuity of Government Plan - ensures that United States federal government operations can continue in the case of catastrophic events. It is an outgrowth of Cold War era legislation and executive order.
US Supreme Court Decisions by Vote - 2006 - Page 3
US Supreme Court Decisions by Vote - 2006
US Supreme Court Decisions by Vote - 2006
Iraq War Resolution
Text of the 2002 Joint Resolution of Congress authorizing military force in Iraq and roll call vote information.
Text of the 2002 Joint Resolution of Congress authorizing military force in Iraq and roll call vote information.
SCOTUS: Procedures
Overview of procedures of the US Supreme Court.
Overview of procedures of the US Supreme Court.
Sinclair Commentary
Editorial response to Sinclair's decision to air an anti-Kerry "documentary" has been universally opposed.
Editorial response to Sinclair's decision to air an anti-Kerry "documentary" has been universally opposed.
Iraq Vote - By US Senators Up For Re-Election In 2008
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election in light of 2007 vote opposing troop escalation.
Overview of Senate race in 2008 election in light of 2007 vote opposing troop escalation.
Civil Rights Act
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964
Text of the US Civil Rights Act - 1964
Does immigration have a positive or negative impact on the US? - US Politics Poll
Do You Agree With Iraq Troop Surge?
Do You Agree With Iraq Troop Surge?
Catholic Politics 1
Review of position of Catholic Church on abortion and Iraq; statement of Southern Bishops on abortion and communion.
Review of position of Catholic Church on abortion and Iraq; statement of Southern Bishops on abortion and communion.
Abortion News
Breaking news and blog archive about abortion issues in the United States.
Breaking news and blog archive about abortion issues in the United States.
Hurricane Katrina Timeline from US Politics - Aftermath
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
A timeline of events leading up to and following Hurricane Katrina's landfall on the Gulf Coast of the US in August 2005. Focus is on government actions and political decisions.
Prohibition
The term "war on drugs" was coined in 1971 by President Richard Nixon when he called drug abuse "public enemy number one in the United States." However, one of America's best-known attempts to control the use of intoxicating substances is Prohibition.
The term "war on drugs" was coined in 1971 by President Richard Nixon when he called drug abuse "public enemy number one in the United States." However, one of America's best-known attempts to control the use of intoxicating substances is Prohibition.
Overview : The Economy
Analysis of jobs, unemployment and consumer purchasing during the tenure of the Bush Administration.
Analysis of jobs, unemployment and consumer purchasing during the tenure of the Bush Administration.
Warner Amendment - S2518 - 15 November 2005
Amednment to defense appropriation requiring that the Administration plan to withdraw from Iraq.
Amednment to defense appropriation requiring that the Administration plan to withdraw from Iraq.
Retirement Issues
News and resources on retirement issues -- corporate pensions and social security
News and resources on retirement issues -- corporate pensions and social security