This podcast will explain the week&#39;s biggest news stories in the context of a high school level government course. Have you ever wished you could go back and ask your high school government teacher questions to help you make sense of the news? If so then this podcast is for you.

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In this episode I sit down with my colleagues to have a conversation about the historic context of the Ukraine crisis. Fellow government teacher Tim Smith is a great story teller, served in the Army, and has extensive knowledge in historic world events. Some of my other colleagues and I decided to pick his brain and record it for your benefit. Enjoy the conversation!

The crisis in Ukraine-analysis and backstory

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Learn more about our nation&#39;s capital and proposals to give those living there representation in Congress

DC Statehood

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A brief overview of the filibusters history, rule changes, modern use, and suggested reforms

The Filibuster

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This episode will outline the difference between legislation and executive orders and what the constitution says about each.

Executive Orders: when are they appropriate?

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This episode examines what our constitution and our laws say about what type of speech is protected and what speech is not. I apply this information to the rally held in the hours preceding the Jan 6 capitol attack and to the recent social media purges.

The line between free speech and public safety

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This episode will examine the context of the 25th amendment and impeachment and when they might be appropriate to use.

The removal of a president: the 25th or impeachment?

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An introduction to the purpose and motivation behind the Government Girl podcast

Introduction

This podcast will explain the week's biggest news stories in the context of a high school level government course. Have you ever wished you could go back and ask your high school government teacher questions to help you make sense of the news? If so then this podcast is for you.