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Happy birthday to Washington and Lincoln.

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Picking A President

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How does the Electoral College work in the U.S.?
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The difference between a primary and caucus, explained
The difference between a primary and caucus, explained
Five absurd reasons women were denied the vote
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The defining moments of George Washington's life
The defining moments of George Washington's life
Debunking pop culture myths about Abraham Lincoln
Debunking pop culture myths about Abraham Lincoln
How the Teapot Dome Scandal ruined a president's reputation
How the Teapot Dome Scandal ruined a president's reputation
How FDR's New Deal changed the U.S.
How FDR's New Deal changed the U.S.
Why did Kennedy want to go to the Moon?
Why did Kennedy want to go to the Moon?
What if Richard Nixon hadn't resigned?
What if Richard Nixon hadn't resigned?

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