FRQ Writing Advice
Some pointers that cannot hurt. Underline key government terms, court cases, and main points. To fully explain yourself, use phrases like “for example, . […]
Month: April 2025
Review: AP Exam Schedule
Plan for the AP exam(s). The College Board has reconfigured its national exam, its method of administering it, and policies around re-scheduling and refunds. To […]
Income Tax
Fluctuating Since the 16th Amendment. The Congress has occasionally taxed citizens’ incomes since the Civil War. The Supreme Court declared it unconstitutional in the late […]
Memorable Fed Chair Moment
Ben Bernanke. Former Federal Reserve Board Chairman, Ben Bernanke, in this informative, yet somewhat dated, 60 Minutes interview.
The Federal Budget
Process and Amounts. The federal budget process is defined by the Constitution, congressional statutes, and the executive policy agenda. It follows the general lawmaking process, […]