The End of the War in Afghanistan

The End of the War in Afghanistan

Late August marked the official end of a 20 year war in Afghanistan. As our nation and our military move forward, what will we focus on next? The following is a brief recap of the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan and the Biden Administration’s response. White...
Is the Government Worried about Inflation?

Is the Government Worried about Inflation?

As businesses struggle to fill open positions, cause for economic concern has increased tremendously. Additionally, with America’s national inflation rate rising to 5% (the highest it’s been in more than a decade), many people are wondering what the future of the...
Crash Course in International Relations

Crash Course in International Relations

Have you ever wondered about international relationships and how everyone on the planet makes the world go round?  Sure, you can be involved in the government of the United States of America, but what about the rest of the world?  A career in international relations...
Facts About the Vice President

Facts About the Vice President

As we welcome our first female Vice President into office and appreciate how far we’ve come in history, learn about this political position and some fun facts behind the second in command.  You’ll be able to share some interesting trivia and lesser-known...
Interesting Facts about Congress

Interesting Facts about Congress

The Capitol is rich with history – some you might have studied some of it in school or heard on field trips, but there are lesser-known facts that are just as fascinating that keep Congress running on a day to day basis.  Take a journey to the Capitol of the...
Insane Filibusters in Congress

Insane Filibusters in Congress

The filibuster is a method of prolonging debate, discussion or votes being made on a proposal or legislature.  It delays the passage of bills.  Filibuster comes from the French word “filibustier” which translates as “pillaging pirate.”  It usually...
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