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Does the Jackalope Really Roam the State of Wyoming?
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Legend says that jackalopes roam the plains of Wyoming and even like to sing campfire songs. How much truth is there to this mythical creature?
How an Attorney General Works
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An attorney general has a lot of responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the role of an attorney general.
SCOTUS Is Back in Session With More Controversial Cases on the Docket
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Affirmative action, LGBTQ rights and election laws are all on the Supreme Court's new session. And how SCOTUS rules could change many Americans' lives.
Does a Criminal Conviction Bar You From Running for U.S. President?
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In the U.S., the qualifications for running for president are deliberately low. Still, are there any laws that would bar a felon from running for president?
What does an auditor general do?
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What does an auditor general do? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what an auditor general does.
How Barack Obama Works
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Barack Obama is a candidate who ran for president in the 2008 United States election. Learn about presidential candidate Barack Obama.
What's the Difference Between Redistricting and Gerrymandering?
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It's that time of decade, when congressional maps get redrawn to reflect population growth — and often to improve one party's chances at the polls. So, when does redistricting become gerrymandering? The line is blurry.
10 Weirdest Failed Constitutional Amendments
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Some strange proposals have been made for Constitutional amendments. Learn about the 10 weirdest failed Constitutional amendments at HowStuffWorks.
How Midterm Elections Work
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Midterm elections in the U.S. don't get the public excited the way presidential elections do. But there's a lot at stake, actually, during these contests. Why do midterms exist, anyway?
What's the Difference Between England, the U.K. and Great Britain?
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There's a whale of a difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain. But whatever you do, don't call someone from Scotland "English."