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Government

United States’ ongoing experiment in democracy reflects the will of its people.

Cracking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Government
Barack Obama: 44th President of the United States
The Cabinet: A Diverse Group of Advisors

Education & Youth

Education in America provides opportunity and diverse pathways to success.

Community Colleges: Gateway to Opportunity
Top U.S. University Science & Engineering Programs
Go North takes students on a virtual arctic adventure

People & Places

America’s diverse heritage is reflected in its people, places and culture.

Explore America's National Parks
Flushing, Queens: Birthplace of America's Religious Freedom
A Patchwork Culture: Diversity in America

Timeline

Immigration: The American People

Throughout America’s history, hopeful immigrants have arrived to establish new lives in a new world. Each person becomes part of the American mosaic.

eJournal USA

Video

Eid in America 3:03
Language Immersion 2:25

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