Harry Truman's Recognition of Israel: A Reconsideration
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Challenges the idea that Harry S. Truman bowed to the political pressure of the Jewish lobby to recognize Israel as an independent state in 1948. Also rejects the idea that Truman´s religious background was the major governing factor, but instead focuses on his pragmatic sensibilities and his notions of justice.

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How Government Works - The United States Presidency

Forty-two men have taken the oath to "preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution." The Framers of the Constitution set out to create a dynamic executive with the powers necessary to govern and protect the nation, while building in Constitutional checks and balances to safeguard against tyranny. The history of our nation thus far shows their effort to be a success.

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Winner Take All: Why "Mission Accomplished" Wasn't
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Examines the problems on the ground in pre-surge Iraq War and why the casualty rates were so high, why the insurgency was so strong, and why "Mission Accomplished" really wasn´t. Utilizing original research culled from academic, military, and government sources it suggests that the war in Iraq could have been won without Abu Ghraib and Guantanamo Bay.

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How Government Works - The Electoral College

The Electoral College was devised to produce the candidate who could govern effectively as a result of a sufficient number of votes from a diverse mix of states across the nation. It has produced stability in the electoral process, while creating very few problems over the last century.

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How Government Works - The United States Constitiution

The adoption of the United States Constitution was not an easy process. It involved heated debate and compromise. But the document has provided excellent government since its adoption on June 21, 1788.

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The Chickasaw Nation

This article contains a brief history of the Chickasaw Nation. Also included is an overview of current issues and Chickasaw government.

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