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Government Sites
Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial 2009 - (Library of Congress) - It’s Abraham Lincoln’s 200th
birthday, and America is celebrating! We remember Abraham Lincoln because as America’s 16th President,
he fought to keep the nation from splitting apart.
American Treasures - Library of Congress - A guide to some of the "treasures" in
the Library of Congress. Check out Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of
Independence.
Biography of Abraham Lincoln - (White House) - Learn about our 16th
president.
Executive Branch - Ben's Guide - (Government Printing Office) - The
executive branch of Government enforces the laws of the land. The President receives this help from the
Vice President, department heads (Cabinet members), heads of independent agencies, and executive
agencies.
First Ladies of the United States - They came from different social and economic
backgrounds, from many different geographical regions, and with diverse education preparation. Each First
Lady served our country well and each left her own mark. Visit this site to learn more about them.
Meet Amazing Americans - America's Story - Discover the
inventors, politicians, performers, activists and other everyday people who made this country what it is
today.
Mr. President - IdeaLab - (Smithsonian Institution) - A portrait gallery of all
of the U.S. presidents.
Political History - Smithsonian Institution - Learn
about the history of politics. This site has resources on such topics as Presidents and First Ladies and Reform
and Civil Rights.
President's Cabinet - Ben's Guide - (Government Printing Office) - The
purpose of the Cabinet is to advise the President on matters relating to the duties of their respective
offices.
Presidents of the United States - (White House) - The biographies of the presidents’
give us a clear look into the highs and lows of American history. Learn more about the presidents, the
changes we faced in the past, and challenges yet to come.
Primary Election: Election of the President & Vice President
(Grades 9-12) - (Government Printing Office) - Learn about the process to elect a President and
Vice President.
The American Presidency - The American presidency has a fascinating history.
Learn more form this interesting site..
Truman Library Kids Page - Learn all about Harry Truman, former president of the United
States and all sorts of other "Truman" trivia.
U.S. Electoral College - (Office of the Federal Register) - The Electoral College is not a
place; it is a process that began as part of the original design of the U.S. Constitution. The people of the U.S.
vote for the electors who then vote for the President. Read more about how the terms "Elector" and "Electoral
College" came into use.
U.S. Presidents - America's Story - (Library Of Congress) - Learn
more about our U.S. Presidents. See a timeline of important events.
Vice President of the United States
(President of the Senate) - (U.S. Senate) - American vice presidents have included some
remarkable individuals. Go to this site to find out more.
With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln
Bicentennial Exhibition - (Library of Congress) - In honor of Lincoln's 200th birthday, check out
the online exhibit and physical exhibits in Washington, D.C., along with several other locales throughout the
year. You can also see Lincoln Vignettes, which has drawings, photos, or sculptures of Lincoln represent
different time periods of his life.
Other Resources
Citizenship Quiz - History.com - Test your knowledge on Amercian Government,
American History and Civics.
Presidents: the
Secret History - Learn some little known facts about our presidents.
United States Government - FactMonster - Learn about presidents, elections,
congress, and the supreme court.
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