National Landmarks explores significance of national landmarks in representing the identity and principles of the United States by discussing the history and importance of the Statue of Liberty, the White House, Mount Rushmore, and the...

They’re the shadowy agents who keep the President safe – but what is the Secret Service and why was it formed?

Historically a ceremonial position, the role of First Lady at one point mainly involved hosting events at the White House. But when President Woodrow Wilson suffered a stroke in 1919, his wife, Edith, covertly took on many of his duties...

Installed in selected rooms at the White House on the President’s orders, this is the story of how a state-of-the-art recording system ultimately led to Richard Nixon’s downfall.

The President’s Cabinet is made up of the most important people in the Executive Branch of government. But who are they and what are their roles?

One-term Presidents are often overlooked – but what makes William Taft’s time in office memorable is the fact that it was defined by a series of unusual firsts.

Find out more about the failed break-in which lead to the downfall of President Richard Nixon, and also gave lazy journalists a quick way of naming scandals!

This is it! The Election playlist is done! • Presidential Elec...

HipHughes rides the line between history and creepy as he explains the reasons for the Clinton Impeachment and acquittal.

A summary of the attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan on March 30, 1981 including a look at John Hinkley Jr and the effects of the shooting.

The president's first budget provides a unique snapshot of how he is re-shaping American conservatism.

In this video, the teacher explores the etymology of traditional trades and professions. They discuss the origins of words like butcher, baker, candlestick maker, cobbler, carpenter, and blacksmith. The teacher also introduces the...

Recorded Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011, at the Hoover Building in Washington, D.C. The U.S. Department of Commerce and NIST hosted a moderated panel discussion about what role the government should play in standards development and use and how...

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance on Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards



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The Obama Administration released the National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) on April 15, 2011 during a meeting with about 250 business, government, and other leaders at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington,...

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After beating out 16 candidates in the Republican Primary and securing 304 electoral college votes, Donald John Trump became the...

As part of its initiative to ensure that the Internet continues to spawn growth and innovation, the U.S. Dept. of Commerce held a symposium on "Cybersecurity and Innovation in the Information Economy" on July 27, 2010 in Washington DC. ...

Join NSF for a discussion on the value of mentors to students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Panelists include awardees of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering...

The exciting story of the State of California comes alive in this informational and entertaining video program. Filled with archival footage, rare photos and animated maps combined with brilliant HD video, this program will teach...

Valerie Jarrett witnessed history as a senior advisor to the first black president and first family. She reflects on the latest big shift in politics as women claim their space in Congress, and looks ahead to 2020.

This forum on the National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) was held at Stanford University on January 7, 2011. It featured presentations by Commerce Secretary Gary Locke and White House Cybersecurity Coordinator...

In this episode of Travel Thru History we visit a city in the Southeastern US that you can hear from miles away. It’s rightfully called Music City but you know it as Nashville, Tennessee. We dig deep into the city’s past and find that...

For years people living in Washington DC have been campaigning that the district should be granted full statehood. There are a lot of interesting arguments surrounding DC's status, but the debate got kicked into high gear when a bill...

We’ve heard quite a bit about the institution of the police lately. We see them in places like Portland or Minneapolis sporting military weapons, driving armoured personnel carriers, and dressed like the jackboots from a dystopian 70s...