Curated OER
The Right to Know
Learners discuss their knowledge of the position of National Security Advisor. They read and discuss a newspaper article about national security and intelligence as it relates to terrorism and the public's right to know.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour: Rice on Iraq, War and Politics
Transcript of an interview of National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice in September of 2002, discussing President George W. Bush's ideas about moving the US into war against Iraq.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Henry A. Kissinger, ph.d.
Learn about Nobel Prize for Peace winner Henry Kissinger who served under multiple administrations beginning with Richard Nixon. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Henry Kissinger Biographical
A site detailing Kissinger's accomplishments and involvement in the U.S. Government.
Black Past
Black Past: Powell, Colin
This encyclopedia entry gives an overview of Colin Powell's life, including his military career and his appointment as Secretary of State.
Black Past
Black Past: Rice, Condoleezza
This encyclopedia entry gives a very concise overview of Condoleezza Rice's professional life, leading up to her being named Secretary of State in George W. Bush's cabinet.
Stanford University
Stanford Report: Condoleezza Rice Commencement
This site provides the full text of Condoleezza Rice's commencement address to the 2002 graduating class at Stanford University. Speech is titled "Acknowledge that you have an obligation to search for the truth."