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Youth Volunteers 2:25
Students and teachers talk about the value and benefit of helping others in their schools, the local community and around the world. The speakers are students and teachers at West Springfield High School, a secondary school in northern Virginia. -
Young Fashion Designer 2:30
Young American fashion designer Brooke Samad combines her passion for clothes and for her Muslim faith with a full line of modest -- and fashionable -- clothing. A graduate of New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, Brooke and her business, Marabo Fashion, were featured in Muslim Girl Magazine in April 2008. A self-described former "frustrated shopper," Brooke makes her business work by adapting her designs to her customers' needs. "It's not hard to start a business… What's hard is to be successful with the business," says the Director of Entrepreneurship at Georgetown University, James Hunt. -
Young Environmentalists 2:00
Young Americans and students from around the world work together to make positive change and ensure a healthy planet in the future. The speakers are students and faculty at the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine. -
Language Immersion 2:25
American children learn to speak Spanish in school, and in the process learn about other cultures.
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Partnering for Life: Save the Children 2:27
USAID partners with organizations around the world in order to help fix systemic problems such as food shortages, epidemic diseases and entrenched poverty. This short video looks at the work they are doing with Save the Children in Addis Ababa; Ethiopia. -
College of Opportunity 2:04
Community colleges give countless Americans the opportunity to receive higher education. Because of their affordability, flexible course schedules and convenient locations, these colleges offer an alternative to traditional 4-year universities and account for nearly half of U.S. college enrollment. -
Eid in America 3:03
More than 400,000 ethnically-diverse Muslims celebrate Eid and the holy month of Ramadan in Washington, D.C. Friends and family come together to help the homeless and the needy and to share in the breaking of the fast. -
Partnering for Life 2:37
Caregivers at South Africa's Soweto Hospice provide HIV/AIDS care, treatment and prevention within their community thanks in part to a partnership with the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the U.S. Agency for International Development. -
Contested Elections 2:44
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2008 Elections, Witnessing History 2:36
Crowds spontaneously wept, cheered and danced in the streets of Washington as they embraced news of Barack Obama's historic victory as the next president of the United States.
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No Risk, No Reward 2:32
American companies are investing in new environmentally friendly "green" technology and are seeing increasing customers and profits. -
Green Business 2:18
The "green" movement is starting to take hold at the corporate level as large businesses such as Virgin and NBC Universal seek to promote their environmentally-friendly efforts. -
Greening the Jordan Valley 2:44
Irrigation projects have helped turn the arid Jordan Valley into productive land for farming. -
Opening Doors to New Markets 1:40
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is helping West Africans develop their private sector infrastructure, concentrating on trade promotion. -
U.S. Engagement in Middle East Peace 4:14
Few international issues have commanded more attention from American presidents during the past half century than the Arab-Israeli conflict. -
Olive Oil 2:58
Generations of Palestinian families have tended olive groves in the ancient land. With help from the United States., West Bank farmers can produce extra-virgin olive oil of the finest quality. -
Qalandiya Road 2:11
While Palestinian leaders negotiate complex issues on the road map to peace, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) helps repair a key road that serves a million Palestinian people -
Cultural Preservation 2:34
This video photo montage showcases Ambassadors Fund global projects, which restore noteworthy monuments and historic buildings. -
Heifer International Fights Poverty 2:17
Americans support the donation of cows to help hungry and displaced peoples in villages around the world. -
The Piracy Terminators 0:43
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jackie Chan, engaged in a high speed chase, ask consumers not to purchase pirated media. -
Entrepreneurship 1:10
This brief video explores the motivation that drives entrepreneurs to shape our world and our future. -
Land O' Lakes Promotes Nutrition 0:41
The U.S. Department of Agriculture helps children around the world by sponsoring school lunch programs that ensure proper nutrition. -
President's Plan for AIDS Relief 4:02
PEPFAR, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, is President George W. Bush’s $15 billion plan to help treat victims of HIV/AIDS and spread hope across the African Continent. -
Online Micro-lending 1:02
Kiva.org technology enables person-to-person lending from the developed world to the developing world and empowers entrepreneurs to support themselves and their families. -
Walking to End Hunger 2:12
The annual Hartford Walk Against Hunger is the largest fundraiser dedicated to fighting hunger and malnutrition in the state of Connecticut. Each year, secular and religious groups join together to raise money, with a goal in 2008 of more than $450,000. These groups include Christians, Jews and the Muslim Coalition of Connecticut.
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Election 2008, Election Day 1:46
Voters across America cast their ballots in the 2008 elections, then waited anxiously as the votes were counted. In the end, Obama supporters celebrated; McCain supporters were disappointed. -
American Voices: The Environment 2:56
America.gov host Lillian travels around the country talking to Americans about the issues in the 2008 presidential election that matter to them. In this installment, the conversation centers on the environment. -
American Voices: Small Business 3:14
America.gov host Lillian travels around the country talking to Americans about the issues that matter to them in the 2008 presidential election. In this installment, the conversation centers on small business. -
The Electoral College in US Elections 2:19
Americans elect their president using a representative system called the Electoral College. The system strikes a balance between the interests of large and small states. This video explains this complicated system and discusses its drawbacks and benefits. -
Swing States in US Elections 3:13
Americans elect their president using a representative system called the Electoral College. A state has a set amount of “electors,” and all of those electors go to the candidate who gets the largest number of votes in that state. A handful of states, such as Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida, could potentially vote for either candidate. These states are called “swing states.” -
Political House Parties 1:57
Grassroots campaigning acquaints friends and neighbors with candidates and their issues. -
Young Politicians Get Involved 3:01
An inspiring look at young American politicians from New Hampshire who campaigned for office and won. -
New Media: New Challenges 3:54
Campaigning politicians learn the power of the new media. -
New Media: A New Era 3:30
New media allow citizens to create their own videos to reach the entire planet – is this a good thing? -
New Media: Moving Forward 3:28
Political activists raise money through Facebook and other Web sites to turn “online enthusiasm" into "offline action.” -
Obama Volunteers 3:51
Students and other volunteers get involved in the political process by registering voters to support Illinois Senator Barak Obama's presidential bid. -
Volunteers Energize McCain Campaign 2:58
Student volunteers from Dartmouth University support Senator John McCain’s candidacy and talk about benefits of volunteering. -
Paul’s Campaign Inspires Activism 3:05
Campaign volunteers use videos, the Internet and a blimp to raise money for Republican candidate Ron Paul. -
A Balance of Power 1:16
Images of U.S. government landmarks and officials. -
The First Amendment 0:50
Rapper Won G, a BMG recording artist, describes the part of the Constitution that matters most to him: the freedom of speech. -
Iowa Voters 4:02
Small-town voters meet presidential candidates in Iowa, the first caucus state. -
The History of Presidential Campaigns 4:23
A professor from George Washington University traces the U.S. presidential nominating process and the impact of new modes of transportation as well as radio, television, Internet and video. -
The Iowa Straw Poll 3:22
Pageantry and enthusiasm mark this early informal Republican fundraising event in Ames, Iowa. -
Immigrant Embraces U.S. Politics 3:51
Victor Rivera, an immigrant from El Salvador, embraces the opportunities and electoral process in the United States.
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American Voices: Disagreement 3:11
America.gov host Lillian travels around the country talking to Americans about the issues in the 2008 presidential election that matter to them. In this installment, the conversation centers on how American families and colleagues are able to work together despite holding different political views. -
Training for a Religious Call 2:30
When someone chooses to answer a religious calling by attending seminary in America, that person learns not only about his or her own faith tradition, but also about the faith traditions of others as well. The curriculum at both Yale Divinity School and Hartford Seminary supports this type of interfaith dialogue. -
A Land Called Paradise 4:11
A music video that shares the thoughts of Muslims. -
Three Faiths Building Community 1:52
A group composed of Muslims, Jews and Christians decided to put their respective faiths into practice … together. They raised money and joined with Habitat for Humanity to build a brand new home for a Hartford, Connecticut, family in need of shelter. -
The Arab International Festival 3:54
Dearborn, Michigan, has the highest concentration of Arabs in the world outside of the Middle East. Every year, the city celebrates its Arab residents and culture with a three-day-long festival. The Arab International Festival attracts people of all nationalities, races and creeds and serves as a testimony to the joy of living in a diverse society. -
Surfing Culture 2:17
Veteran surfing photographer Jeff Divine, legendary surfer Paul Strauch and others share their love of the sport and trace the evolution of American surfing culture. -
Volunteer Vacations: Rebuilding New Orleans 2:10
For Americans, leisure isn’t just a time to relax; it's also a time to come to the aid of others. Many Americans feel a special responsibility to help those devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Volunteers have come to New Orleans during their holidays to help Habitat for Humanity rebuild houses lost during the hurricane. -
Young Fashion Designer 2:30
Young American fashion designer Brooke Samad combines her passion for clothes and for her Muslim faith with a full line of modest -- and fashionable -- clothing. A graduate of New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, Brooke and her business, Marabo Fashion, were featured in Muslim Girl Magazine in April 2008. -
California BBQ 2:32
Members of the "Four Q Country" barbecue team discuss the joys of competition but say that meeting people from all walks of life, experimenting with new cooking techniques and having fun are still the best parts of this traditional American pastime. -
Michelle Kwan Travels to Argentina 2:10
American Public Diplomacy Envoy Michelle Kwan travels the world and talks to disadvantaged youth about the importance of teamwork and determination in achieving their dreams. -
Midnight Basketball 2:18
An inner-city program in Richmond, Virginia, teaches the value of hard work and cooperation to at-risk youth and gives them crucial life skills. -
Olympic Training Center 2:30
An overview of the state-of-art training center in Colorado Springs featuring interviews with Mayor Lionel Rivera and Jim Scherr, CEO of the U.S. Olympic Committee. -
Paralympics Hopeful Melissa Stockwell 2:17
An American athlete prepares for the Paralympics in Beijing at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. -
American Ramadan 2:08
American Muslims share their experiences at an EID event held at the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey. -
Americans Have Spirit of Innovation 2:15
Freedom has led to creativity and a passion for invention. -
Reading Terminal Market 2:04
Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a diverse shopping zone where one can sample foods and products from around the world. In this video, several immigrants to the U.S. share their experience of running a business in this diverse and energetic atmosphere. -
Immigrant Shares Success Story 0:59
Rafael Rodriguez immigrated to the United States from Mexico and found opportunities to succeed as a grape farmer. -
Independent Films 2:17
Independent films encourage self-expression. -
I Am America 4:25
A fast-moving and highly visual tour of the landscapes and people of the United States.
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Democracy Is... 1:30
Okemfe Lebarty, originally from Nigeria, talks about the shock of coming to America and finding the freedom and opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do. -
Democracy Is the Right to Dissent 2:47
Americans talk about the importance of public protest in bringing about positive change. -
Fighting for the Right to Vote 1:57
A look at American women and their struggle to win voting rights. -
Americans Condemn Darfur Genocide 2:58
Americans from all walks of life have raised their voices in rallies and demonstrations with the message that violations of human rights in Darfur must end.
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Young Environmentalists 2:00
Young Americans and students from around the world work together to make positive change and ensure a healthy planet in the future. The speakers are students and faculty at the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine. -
Renewable Minnesota 3:05
Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty and energy experts talk about community values that inspire the state's hybrid electric buses and light rail lines powered by renewable sources. -
The Greening of San Francisco 3:03
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and city officials describe their aggressive goals for “greening” the city using its own renewable resources. -
Renewable Energy and Climate Change 2:11
The development of clean renewable energy sources by countries around the world may help to avert or lessen climate change and meet growing worldwide energy needs. -
PEPFAR: Saving Lives, Creating Hope 3:30
Through PEPFAR, Americans are contributing greatly to a positive shift in the global fight against HIV/AIDS in Africa. -
The Challenge of Climate Change 3:19
Nations can work together to reduce greenhouse gases and lessen the impact of human activities on the environment. -
Remembering Rachel Carson 1:38
Rachel Carson devoted much of her writing to the problem of environmental damage caused by pesticides. Her 1962 book, Silent Spring, challenged American agriculture and caused society to rethink its relationship to the natural world. -
AIDS Prevention Message 1:06
Youth from around the world participate in a television commercial for an AIDS-prevention message to teens in Africa. -
Space Shuttle Liftoff 1:28
The space shuttle Discovery lifts off from the launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying the Harmony module on its trip to the International Space Station. -
Path of Totality 4:53
Scientists from the United States and Libya come together for the first time to observe and study a total solar eclipse. -
Destination Mars 3:29
The grandest canyon of all isn't on Earth, it's on the planet Mars. The Mariner Valley Canyon is so long it could stretch 3,000 miles from New York City to Los Angeles, and is nearly as deep as Mount Everest is high. -
Solar Decathlon 3:34
The third Solar Decathlon in Washington showcases homes powered completely by the sun and educates the public about technologies that can reduce daily energy use. -
Renewable Energy Powers Progress 1:05
Blue energy technology brings affordable, renewable electrification and jobs to remote places. Local people are taught how to construct hybrid energy systems using wind turbines and solar panels to capture clean renewable power.