Filibuster and the Senate

December 10, 2024 USGOPO 0

Endless Debate. The United States Senate serves as the cooling saucer of our democracy, to avoid rash decisions and to slow the political process down. […]

Ideologically Oriented Media

December 2, 2024 USGOPO 0

Our Echo Chambers? Hyper-polarization is an increasing phenomenon in our politics. One of the most common culprits is cable and social media. Watch the following […]

Presidential Pardons

November 25, 2024 USGOPO 0

Excusing Federal Convicts. The Constitution gives the president the power to pardon criminals who committed crimes against the United States, so only federal crimes. This […]

Super PACs: Stewart & Colbert

November 20, 2024 USGOPO 0

Super PACs and Political Parody. Super PACs were made possible by the Citizens United decision. Super PACs  may not make contributions to candidate campaigns or parties, […]

Presidential Debate Moments

October 24, 2024 USGOPO 0

Notable Debate Moments. This CNN video compilation of clips from presidential debates will give you a sense of these events, the candidates, and the issues. […]