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How the Freedom of Information Act Works
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The Freedom of Information Act gives citizens access to government materials, but not every document is made public. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How Eminent Domain Works
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Eminent domain allows the government to take your property without your consent and pay you fair value. Learn more about eminent domain and how it works.
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.
Kamala Harris Becomes the First Black Female Vice President in U.S. History
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Kamala Harris is the first woman in U.S. history (and first Black woman and first Asian American woman) to become vice president. But she's used to being a groundbreaker.
1966-1991 Jensen Interceptor
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The 1966-1991 Jensen Interceptor evolved as an independent British performance car. Find out what makes this limited-run collectible auto appealing.
Can the Government Access Data on Electronic Devices in Checked Luggage?
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Where's the line between the government's right to search the rights of privacy for an air traveler? This HowStuffWorks article investigates.
How the EPA Works
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The EPA was established in order to protect human health and the environment. Learn more about the EPA and some of the duties the EPA performs.
How the Emancipation Proclamation Worked
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While Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free the slaves, it was a crucial political move. Read about the Emancipation Proclamation.
How the Rules of War Work
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What are the basic rules of war? Learn what acts are considered war crimes in this HowStuffWorks article about the rules of war.
5 Events in Hispanic History You Never Learned in School
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Hispanics have contributed to American history since Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus stepped foot in the New World. Here are five events to know.