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Reconstruction Era

What Caused Disenfranchisement After the Reconstruction Era?

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In 1865, the American Civil War ended, and the eleven former Confederate states entered the Reconstruction era. Starting in 1867, Congress passed the Reconstruction Acts, which established military districts to manage the affairs of these states as they awaited reconstruction. What caused disenfranchisement after the reconstruction era?  Following the Civil War, African-Americans were granted equal […]

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Louis Brandeis

When Did the First Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing Happen?

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The Supreme Court is profoundly rooted in its history: among the three arms of the federal government, it is the one that looks the most like it did when it was first established. The Supreme Court was established under the United States Constitution, and it has a long and illustrious history since its inception. But

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Silent Man

Who is the Silent Man Who Keeps Blocking Traffic?

Autos & Vehicles, Law & Government, Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Vehicle Codes & Driving Laws /

Pedestrians, vehicles, ridden or herded animals, trains, and other conveyances that use public ways for travel and transportation are all considered traffic. But did you know that UK authorities arrested a man for repeatedly blocking traffic? In the United Kingdom, a “Silent Man” is repeatedly arrested for standing on a specific road to obstruct traffic.

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1.Joseph-Palmer

Why was Joseph Palmer Persecuted?

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Joseph Michael Palmer was a member of the Fruitlands Commune and a Transcendentalist who was friends with Louisa May Alcott and other Transcendentalists. Palmer was persecuted for such an odd reason back in 1830. In 1830, Joseph Palmer was attacked because he had a beard, then imprisoned for defending himself. He died in 1873, at

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Ramiro Cristales

How Did Ramiro Cristales Get Justice for His Family?

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The Dos Erres Massacre took place in a small village in the city of La Libertard, Guatemala on December 6, 1982. About 113 people were killed and several of them were children under 14 years of age. But did you know there was a survivor in the massacre?  Ramiro Cristales had witnessed soldiers enter his

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Peter Gerry

How Did Peter Gerry Reclaim His Senate Seat After Losing Re-Election?

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Peter Goelet Gerry was a lawyer and politician from the United States who served in the House of Representatives and later as a Rhode Island Senator. But what was so special about Peter Gerry? Senator Peter Gerry of Rhode Island is the only US Senator in the history of the United States to lose re-election

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CSI

What is the CSI Effect? 

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The American television series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation originally aired in October 2000 and has gained popularity over the years because of its exaggerated portrayal of forensic science that truly captivated the viewer. Which leads us to the question: what exactly is the CSI Effect? Due to CSI’s influence, many jurors have started to request

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Kids for Cash

What is the “Kids for Cash” Scandal?

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Most states in America allow juveniles from the age of eight to be sent to jail, but only for very rare cases. However, in other states, there is no age limit at all. The decision is often left to the judges. But in 2009 a scandal was revealed that definitely shocked the justice system of

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Shi Pei pu

Who was the Chinese Opera Singer Who Also Worked as a Spy Against the French?

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Shi (left) and Boursicot met in 1964. Shi dressed as a man but claimed that he was actually a woman. Chinese Opera is known for its convoluted plots, vibrant makeup, beautiful costumes and sets, and performers’ distinct vocal styles. Unsurprisingly, many of the 1,000 schemes revolve around political and military conflict rather than romance. But

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