American Public Media
American Radio Works: Campaign '68
Take a look back at the historic presidential election of 1968 when the election of Richard Nixon ended the dominance of the Democratic Party and the Republican Party took over. Read about the key players in the campaign, see what the...
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Boston Globe: John F. Kerry Candidate in the Making
The Boston Globe presents a seven-part article on the life of Senator John F. Kerry who was the Democratic candidate in the 2004 presidential election.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Al Gore
A biography of Al Gore, the 45th Vice President of the U.S. and the Democratic candidate for President in 2000. The article covers his early life, academic record, military career, early political career, vice presidency under Bill...
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Week of August 1st 2016: Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton
This article provides an overview of the 2016 Presidential Election.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: George W. Bush
An in-depth profile of George W. Bush. Content includes information on his personal life and education, his political career and business ventures before becoming President of the United States in 2000, perceptions of his public image...
OpenStax
Open Stax: The Great War 1914 1919: Demobilization and Its Difficult Aftermath
Looks at the demobilization of the American war effort and the impact it had on people's lives, accompanied by the flu pandemic and fears of contagion, race riots, and the Red Scare. Also looks at the 1920 presidential election which was...
New York Times
New York Times: Nixon's Vietnam Treachery
[Free Registration/Login Required] This article describes how Richard Nixon jeopardized Lyndon B. Johnson's Vietnam peace initiative in 1968 in order to win the presidential election that year. This information is based on documents...
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Gov Spot: The Presidential Election Process
"In simplified terms" learn about how the President and Vice President are elected. An overview describing the step by step process of the electoral process.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Past Debates
A brief Online NewsHour report highlights some of the classic, and not so classic moments in the history of televised presidential debates. A very interesting glimpse at past debates.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Election 2008
NPR's page on Election 2008 includes various stories on the political candidates, the election and an interactive map of primaries and caucuses as well as follow-up reports.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: What Is Social Media's Role in Election 2016?
In this lesson plan, students examine the different ways candidates use social media, including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter in their presidential campaigns. They will watch videos, read articles, and examine candidates' social media...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Election of 1968
A section on the turmoil of politics and protest surrounding the election of 1968.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980:the Election of 1968
Read about the pivotal election of 1968, which pitted Richard Nixon against Hubert Humphrey in a race shaped by backlash against the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War.
New York Times
New York Times: Rwandan President Declares Election Victory
[Free Registration/Login Required] President Paul Kagame was declared the winner in the 2003 Rwandan election. With all the outer trappings of a democratic process, there were still questions over the honesty of the election itself. The...
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Election of the President & Vice President: Electoral College
Provides information on the Electoral College and how we use this system to elect the President of the U.S. Features links to much more information on the election.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Close Calls in u.s. Election History (2016)
Democracy and power to the people are celebrated as key American values, but sometimes democracy is more complicated than one might think. This informational text investigates some close calls in U.S. elections and what caused their...
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John F. Kennedy: Campaign and Election of 1960
A comprehensive look at John F. Kennedy and the campaign and election of 1960.
A&E Television
History.com: How the 2000 Election Came Down to a Supreme Court Decision
As Florida's electoral votes became too close to call, controversy ensued over hanging chads, dimpled chads and butterfly bullets. Five hundred thirty-seven votes. That's all that separated Democrat Al Gore and his Republican challenger...
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Calvin Coolidge: Campaigns and Elections
"Silent Cal", Calvin Coolidge, was the 30th President of the United States. This article briefly examines the campaign and election that saw Coolidge, win in 1924, by 54 percent of the vote.
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Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library: 1916 Election
Here is a multi-faceted look at the election of 1916. Read about the politics of the Democratic and Republican Parties and the results of the election. Also, find out about the interests of immigrants, women, African-Americans, and...
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Grover Cleveland: Campaigns and Elections
Scroll through this accounting of the presidential campaigns and elections in which Grover Cleveland participated to find the election of 1892. After losing the presidency in 1888, Cleveland won the election. Read about the issues in the...
Harp Week
Harp Week: Elections: 1892 Overview Cleveland v. Harrison v. Weaver
This four-page review of the campaign and election of 1892 includes a review of Benjamin Harrison's term in office from 1888-1892, the controversy in determining a presidential candidate, and the presence of a possibly viable third-party...
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Quincy Adams: Campaigns and Elections
Modern presidential campaigns pale in comparison with the campaigns of 1824 and 1828. Read about the election battles between John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour: Dole vs. Clinton Presidential Debate
1996 transcript of presidential debate between Clinton and Dole. Scripts cover approximately 17 different areas including closing statements.
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