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Why Americans Celebrate Black History Month in February
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Black History Month is celebrated in February each year. HowStuffWorks looks at the reason this month was chosen.
Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward
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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land - 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.
U.S. Farmers Eye Hemp as a New Cash Crop
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Congress passed the farm bill with a provision that will legalize hemp farming. HowStuffWorks looks at whether it will be America's next gold rush.
Two Truths and a Lie: American Traditions Edition
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"O, say can you see" the lie in our truths about American traditions? Take your best shot at our less than accurate facts, and see how well you know your American stuff. Will you fall for any of our whoppers?
How the European Union Works
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What does the EU do and why would countries want to leave - or join - it? HowStuffWorks looks at the role of the European Union.
How Libertarianism Works
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Do you know How Libertarianism Works? Keep reading to learn more about politics and discover How Libertarianism Works.
Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult American History Quiz?
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American history can be both intriguing and complicated at the same time. How well do you know your American history? Take this difficult quiz and find out!
How Space Wars Will Work
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Weapons in space that can knock down missiles have been under development for years and are starting to look realistic. Learn how they will work!
7 Key Questions in the U.S. Slavery Reparations Debate
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HowStuffWorks looks at the issue of paying reparations for slavery, including the case for and against, as well as how would the amount be decided.
Meet Florence Kelley: Labor Reformer, Abolitionist and Co-founder of the NAACP
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Grateful that U.S. law ensures decent working conditions and children go to school instead of working in mines? Thank Florence Kelley and her father.