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How Supreme Court Appointments Work
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When a Supreme Court justice retires, there's a lot of speculation and political maneuvering regarding the replacement. Find out how Supreme Court justices are nominated, who is qualified to serve and how a nominee is approved.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
10 Ways to Reuse Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
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Instead of simply reheating your leftovers for a second Thanksgiving dinner, getting creative can turn your leftovers into new family favorites.
How the U.S. Secret Service Works
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The Secret Service has two main missions: protecting the president and combating counterfeiting. Learn the secrets of the Secret Service at HowStuffWorks.
NXIVM Cult Allegations: Racketeering, Sex Trafficking and Fraud
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A racketeering conspiracy, sex cult allegations, financial crimes and fraud? Anyone familiar with the first season of the investigative podcast series "Escaping NXIVM" will know that all of these crimes were committed by one group that rose and fell within roughly two decadesm between 1998 and 2021.
How Unemployment Works
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Unemployment can be a tough world to navigate. Learn about unemployment, including dealing with job loss, saving your job, quitting and unemployment benefits.
How SWAT Teams Work
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A SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) team is an elite unit within a police force, used for exceptional situations that require increased firepower or specialized tactics. Find out how SWAT team members train, what gear they use and how they conduct raids.
How Do I Get a Job in the White House?
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A White House job may seem like fun, but first you must answer a number of difficult questions about yourself. Find out how to get a White House job.
How E-voting Works
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E-voting lets votes be cast and tabulated electronically. Learn about e-voting systems, e-voting concerns like voter fraud and voting over the internet.
The History and Symbolism of the U.S. Presidential Seal
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Do you know the history and significance of the presidential seal? HowStuffWorks takes a look.