The oddities of the first American election

Kenneth C. Davis

How did George Washington become the first president of the United States in 1789? Who got to decide--or vote--who would become president, and how did they decide the winner? Kenneth C. Davis unveils the surprising story behind America’s first presidential election.

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The Political Spectrum Explained In 4 Minutes

The Life Guide

In the modern political world, the terms ‘left-wing’ and ‘right-wing’ can often be heard and misunderstood. But what do these terms mean and where do they come from? The terms Left and Right were first used in an ideological context during the French Revolution of the 18th century. Those on the left were in support of the revolution and those on the right supported the monarchy. This idea of the left supporting change and the right wanting to keep the status quo continues today and is key in some of their philosophy. Time Stamps 📽 Introduction 0:10 The Difference in Ideology 0:38 Left-Wing Ideology 0:46 Left-Wing Economics 1:10 Right-Wing Ideology 1:39 Right-Wing Economics 2:03 Political Parties 2:28 Left and Right in Context 2:45 Libertarian and Authoritarian 3:25 Difficult to Place on a Scale 3:40 Choose Wisley 4:03

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The suffragettes weren’t just white, middle-class women throwing stones

Sarah Jackson

Article: Opinion by Sarah Jackson The danger of ‘the single story’ of any movement is giving an incomplete picture. Let’s not forget working-class women’s fight for equality. (References to the Sufragette movie). Mon 12 Oct 2015 11.33 BST, Last modified on Fri 15 Sep 2017 12.25 BST

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Article: What Is The Electoral College?

HuffPost

Huffington Post article about the Electoral College. How it works and why it matters.

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What you might not know about the Declaration of Independence - Kenneth C. Davis

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In June 1776, a little over a year after the start of the American Revolutionary War, the US Continental Congress huddled together in a hot room in Philadelphia to talk independence. Kenneth C. Davis dives into some of the lesser known facts about the process of writing the Declaration of Independence and questions one very controversial omission.

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Why Some Countries Are Poor and Others Rich

Cai Tro

The reason why some countries are rich and others poor depends on many things, including the quality of their institutions, the culture they have, the natural resources they find and what latitude they're on.

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World Women Suffrage Map

AnyChart.Com

Interactive map of women suffrage by year. Interesting findings can be discussed in class.

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An introduction to the UK Parliament

UK Parliament (YouTube account)

A short animation (video) that introduces the UK Parliament, looking at its history and how it works today. This is an ideal teaching resource for secondary students studying citizenship or Government & Politics View the whole film or skip to chapters: 1:08 Parliament Structure: the function and make-up of the three parts of Parliament. 2:46 Holding Government to Account: how Parliament checks and challenges the work of Government. 3:51 Making Laws: follow the making of a law from proposal to becoming an Act of Parliament. 5:10 Elections and Voting: the different types of election and a look in detail at the general election. 6:35 Your Voice: how to have a voice in Parliament, from voting to petitioning and campaigning.

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A Strong Female Leader: Margaret Thatcher

Hajnalka Berényi-Kiss

An interactive image of Margaret Thatcher on Thinglink.

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At home with the European institutions

European Parliament

Keep finding yourself in a muddle about the role played by each of Europe's main institutions? Take a speedy tour of the houses with EPTV.

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Britain’s political system explained

AFP News Agency

Introductorey video. Description of the British political system

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Does your vote count? The Electoral College explained - Christina Greer

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You vote, but then what? Discover how your individual vote contributes to the popular vote and your state’s electoral vote in different ways--and see how votes are counted on both state and national levels.

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How is power divided in the United States government? - Belinda Stutzman

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Articles I-III of the United States Constitution allow for three separate branches of government (legislative, executive, and judicial), along with a system of checks and balances should any branch get too powerful. Belinda Stutzman breaks down each branch and its constitutionally-entitled powers.

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How to turn protest into powerful change - Eric Liu

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We live in an age of protest. On campuses, in public squares, on streets and social media, protestors around the world are challenging the status quo. But while protest is often necessary, is it sufficient? Eric Liu outlines three strategies for peacefully turning awareness into action and protest into durable political power.

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How to understand power - Eric Liu

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Every day, we move and operate within systems of power that other people have constructed. But we’re often uncomfortable talking about power. Why? Eric Liu describes the six sources of power and explains how understanding them is key to being an effective citizen.

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Politics Vocabulary Set 1

Hajnalka Berényi-Kiss

Quizet vocabulary set that can be used individually (as flashcards, no log-in necenssary) or class challenge (log in as a teacher and choose the live mode).

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Politics Vocabulary Set 2

Hajnalka Berényi-Kiss

Quizet vocabulary set that can be used individually (as flashcards, no log-in necenssary) or class challenge (log in as a teacher and choose the live mode).

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The EU institutions explained by their Presidents

Herman Van Rompuy

A view from the inside: the Presidents of the main European Union institutions share their views on how the EU actually works. Who does what? What's specific to each institution? What is the role of President? How do they see Europe's future?

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The European Single Market

European Parliament

The European Single Market ensures that goods, services and people can move freely within the EU. It was created to ensure that EU consumers have access to a wider choice of goods and services at competitive prices.

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The fight for the right to vote in the United States - Nicki Beaman Griffin

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In the United States today, if you are over eighteen, a citizen, and the resident of a state, you can vote (with some exceptions). So, how have voting rights changed since the first election in 1789? Nicki Beaman Griffin outlines the history of the long fight for a more inclusive electorate.

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The History of the EU with David Mitchell

OpenLearn from The Open University

When was the EU created? And what is its purpose? Narrated by David Mitchell the film explores how and why The European Union was conceived as well as the major events and key players that helped form the idea from its inception through to obstacles it faces today.

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