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5 Causes of the Great Depression: Could It Happen Again?
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Many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression still pose economic risks today. HowStuffWorks looks at five of them.
Sorry, but Only People in Their 30s Can Answer These Questions!
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Are you an older Millennial? If so, you're going to ace this quiz about all things cultural and factual! Let's get going!
Who Invented Chess?
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Like many things, chess wasn't invented by one person but rather several people. Here's a short history of chess.
Direct Democracy Allows Citizens to Decide Laws Without Representatives
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In politics, direct democracy means giving everyday people—not just politicians—a direct say in laws and policies. Unlike a representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people, direct democracy allows citizens to vote on political issues themselves.
How American Bantam Cars work
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Roy S. Evans bought American Austin for a mere $5,000 and renamed it American Bantam. Learn why American Bantam didn't succeed beyond World War II.
What is a longevity raise?
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What is a longevity raise? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what a longevity raise is.
Can civilians become doctors in the U.S. Army?
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Can civilians become doctors in the U.S. Army? Visit Discovery Fit & Health to learn if civilians can become doctors in the U.S. Army.
Elizabeth MacDonough Is the Senate Parliamentarian. What in the World Does She Do?
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The office of the Senate parliamentarian provides access to nonpartisan expertise to help develop new legislation and understanding of the rules that govern the Senate.
Are Money and Religion More Similar Than We Realize?
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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know looks at what ties religion and money so closely together.
John Brown's Failed Raid on Harper's Ferry Was a Major Impetus for the U.S. Civil War
The raid on Harper's Ferry amplified tensions between the North and South and intensified fear of slave rebellion. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.