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Sundown Towns: 'Hiding' Racism Right in the Open
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These towns, with all-white populations, may not be as blatant about their racism as they once were. But they're still here and being forced to face their ugly truth.
14 Fantastic Facts About the Fourth of July
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Which three presidents died on July 4? What's the Horribles Parade? And, should America be celebrating on July 2 instead?
10 Completely Archaic Laws Still on the Books
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There are lots of weird, archaic laws on the books. Learn about some of the most bizarre and completely archaic laws still on the books.
Who Owns the Beach? It Depends
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On most U.S. shorelines, the public has had a time-honored right to "lateral" access to beaches. That sandy space, however, is being hotly contested.
Why Is Populism So Popular Again?
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Populism is a political philosophy that divides society by splitting it into two opposing factions: the people and the elite. So who benefits from that?
How Young Is Too Young to Be Arrested?
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HowStuffWorks talks to a juvenile justice expert about how the U.S. needs to prevent children as young as 6 from being arrested.
Senate Write-in Candidates Rarely Win, But It Has Happened
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Just two write-in candidates have been elected to the Senate. How likely could another write-in candidate's chances be? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
10 Pioneering Female Politicians
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Which female politicians have trail-blazed a path to close the gender gap? Learn about 10 pioneering female politicians.
How Much Power Did Queen Elizabeth Really Have?
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Queen Elizabeth II was a beloved figure who was careful not to cross the line of convention. How much authority did she really wield during her historic reign?
How Medically Assisted Suicide Works
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Medically assisted suicide is a polarizing topic. Let's look at the pros and cons of this very difficult issue at HowStuffWorks.