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How the U.S. President Works

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The U.S. president is someone who can help shape the world due to his or her incredible power. Find out about the various roles and responsibilities of the president.

Can You Pass This High School U.S. History Test Without Googling?

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Since earning its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, the United States has been a part of - and made - many big moments in history. Do you think you could pass this high-school level U.S. history quiz?

10 Big Questions in the U.S. Gun Control Debate

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The U.S. gun control debate is controversial and multifaceted. Learn about 10 of the big questions in the U.S. gun control debate at HowStuffWorks.

What Is the Rainiest City in the U.S.? Here are the Top 11

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Rainy, dreary, Seattle, right? Everyone says it's the rainiest city in the United States. However, Seattleites are keeping a secret from you. Find out if their rainy reputation is real - or if the rumor's all wet.

How Did Mortgage-backed Securities Bring Down the U.S. Economy?

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Mortgage-backed securities have been singled out as the culprit for economic turmoil in 2008. Learn what mortgage-backed securities are and how they failed.

10 Most Important U.S. Supreme Court Cases for Journalists

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A countdown of the 10 most important supreme court cases for journalists. Read about the strides, advancements, and the struggles along the way.

The Mexican-American War Is the Bloodiest Foreign War the U.S. Has Fought

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This war fought between the U.S. and its neighbor to the south is one of the bloodiest in America's history. So why is it so often forgotten?

Why are antidepressants the most prescribed drug in the U.S.?

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Antidepressant medications are now the most prescribed drugs. Find out why doctors are prescribing more antidepressant medications.

Why the Ghost of Andrew Jackson Haunts the Modern U.S. Presidency

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Andrew Jackson seems to resonate particularly with Donald Trump. HowStuffWorks looks at what the two presidents have in common and where they differ.

U.S. and British English Differences Quiz

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Brits and Americans may speak a common language, but you might be surprised to find out just how much English can differ from one side of the pond to the other. See if you can spot the differences between English in the U.S. and the U.K.

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