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Explore the history of politics, where power, ideology, and leadership defined the strategies that shaped nations and civilizations across the ages.

The 25th Amendment: Presidential Succession and Removal
The 25th Amendment: Presidential Succession and Removal

If a US president is unable to handle the rigors of the office, can he be removed? The 25th Amendment, crafted after 1963, lays the rules for presidential removal.

6 Great Political Compromises That Shaped America
6 Great Political Compromises That Shaped America

The story of the United States is one of political compromise regarding the very principle the nation was founded on: that all men are created equal.

Before the White House: Who Really Was America’s First President?
Before the White House: Who Really Was America’s First President?

After leading the Continental Army to victory in the Revolutionary War, George Washington was unanimously elected the first president of the United States in 1789.

5 Crimes Henry Kissinger Committed in Latin America
5 Crimes Henry Kissinger Committed in Latin America

Henry Kissinger was a highly controversial diplomat involved in some of the most deeply consequential actions taken by the US in 20th-century Latin America.

What Is an Ideal Government? A Philosophical Approach
What Is an Ideal Government? A Philosophical Approach

An ideal government is a complex balance of diverse philosophies aiming to meet human needs while adapting to societal changes.

The Truth About the Electoral College & How Your Vote Matters
The Truth About the Electoral College & How Your Vote Matters

Does where you live matter more than who you vote for?

5 Events That Characterized Cold War Détente
5 Events That Characterized Cold War Détente

Détente refers to the easing relations between the Soviet Union and the United States during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Key Issues in US Presidential Elections Throughout History
Key Issues in US Presidential Elections Throughout History

What have been the biggest and most intense issues during the United States presidential elections? Are they unique to each election cycle, or are some issues recurring?