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Why is habeas corpus important?
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Habeas corpus means "you have the body" and is an important civil right, even if it sounds archaic. Learn how habeas corpus works.
10 Most Expensive Presidential Perks
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The President's benefits are nothing to sneeze at. Read about the perks and benefits you get when you become U.S. President.
How McCarthyism Worked
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McCarthyism is a political ploy that wields accusations and shame without significant evidence. Learn about Joseph McCarthy and his Cold War tactics.
The Spanish Civil War Quiz
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As a revolution gripped the country, Spanish citizens took up arms against one another and mercilessly slaughtered their neighbors. How much do you know about the Spanish Civil War?
9 Surprising Facts About Mexican Revolutionary Pancho Villa
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Assassinated at the age of 45, Francisco 'Pancho' Villa was a bandit, a politician and one of the most prominent figures of the Mexican Revolution.
Can You Get More Questions Correct Than the Prime Minister of Canada?
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The prime minister has to know a whole lot of facts about the country. Often there are facts that even citizens of the country might not know. Do you think you can prove this wrong? Then let's see how well you know Canada!
How the Office of Civilian Defense Worked
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The Office of the Civilian Defense was one of the biggest wartime volunteer efforts. Read up on the Office of Civilian Defense and learn when it disbanded.
How White-collar Crime Works
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White-collar crime typically involves fraud and other nonviolent crimes. Learn more about white-collar crime.
Are You Smarter Than the Average Person?
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There's some things that are common knowledge, and other things that go way over the average person's head. See if you are smarter than your average Joe with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
How Competitive Figure Skating Works
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Competitive figure skating is a sport that requires grace, strength and flexibility. Learn about competitive figure skating from HowStuffWorks.