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10 Ways the U.S. Has Kept Citizens From Voting
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From Poll taxes and literacy tests to ID laws, the U.S. has long-restricted citizens' right to vote. Learn some voting barriers at HowStuffWorks.
The Gullah Geechee Tradition of 'Haint Blue' Paint Keeps the Spirits Away
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The Gullah Geechee people painted porch ceilings blue to trick haints into thinking their houses were surrounded by water, which a haint can't cross.
10 Outrageous Lawsuits
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From suing over too-hot coffee to a misplaced pair of pants, Americans seem to be in a litigious state of mind. See 8 outrageous lawsuits.
How the Civil Rights Movement Worked
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The civil rights movement fought racism against blacks that persisted in American society. Explore the civil rights movement and its leaders and legislation.
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.
How Removing Public Monuments Works
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Controversy surrounds the removal of public monuments honoring the U.S. Confederacy. But who or what determines which monuments go up or come down?
10 Black Scientists You Should Know
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You might have heard of George Washington Carver and Neil deGrasse Tyson. But what about Patricia Bath? Or Percy Julian? Meet 10 African American scientists who have made the world a better place for everyone.
7 Famous Folks Who Were Also Doctors
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These folks abandoned their medical careers to get involved in other lines of work and make their names.
10 Most Short-lived Countries
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It takes more than endless optimism to make your new country's independence stick. Learn about the 10 most short-lived countries at HowStuffWorks.
How Voodoo (Vodou) Works
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If asked to describe Voodoo, many people would mention pin-filled dolls, zombies and spirit possessions. Explore the Voodoo religion and find out if the stereotypes about it are true.