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Does democracy work?
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Democracy is where citizen gets an equal vote to contribute to decision making. Learn about democracy and find out if democracy works.
Arrested Development Rapper Speech Helps Rehab Prisoners Through Music
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HowStuffWorks looks at a new documentary which follows rapper Speech Thomas of Arrested Development as he works with prison inmates to change lives.
How Juneteenth Became Black Independence Day
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Though it's been around for more than 150 years, Juneteenth was still a mystery to many. But now, it's the newest federal holiday in the U.S.A.
Why Is Blackface Controversial? Just Look at Its History
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Blackface, the old practice of using makeup to transform into a caricature of a black person, is still around. Learn about the history of blackface.
Five Times Young People Changed the World
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Teenagers may be young, but they are also determined, and they can spark change. HowStuffWorks looks at five times teens changed the world.
Do You Know The Names Of These Historical Men?
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HEROES! Humanity needs great men, and you will find none greater than the men of this quiz! Can you prove your mettle by identifying them?
Can You Pass This General Knowledge Quiz While Being Distracted by Adorable Puppies?
Could you name the largest planet in our solar sys- ... is that a Goldendoodle? Aww! Put your smarts — and your concentration – to the test in this puppy-filled general knowledge skills challenge.
13 Overturned Supreme Court Cases
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The U.S. Supreme Court may be the highest court in the land, but the justices that sit on the bench sometimes reverse course. It doesn't happen often, but here are 13 Supreme Court cases in history that have been overturned.
Can You Successfully Name These Historic Figures?
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Are you the master of history? Here we have a list of some of the most esteemed minds of human civilization: can you recognize them? Put your skills to the test with this quiz!
7 Key Questions in the U.S. Slavery Reparations Debate
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HowStuffWorks looks at the issue of paying reparations for slavery, including the case for and against, as well as how would the amount be decided.