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Occupy Movement's Inconsistencies Is Occupy Boston's sit-in at the Israeli consulate's lobby consistent with the movement's goals of highlighting corporate and big bank greed? Nov 5, 2011 - Michael Streich

Anarchists Hijack Occupy Oakland The historical fear of anarchists linked to a leaderless Occupy movement creates a vulnerability demonstrated in Oakland, CA, on November 2, 2011. Nov 4, 2011 - Michael Streich

Debate Topics for the 2012 Election in High School Classes Involving students in the 2012 presidential election can be as simple as organizing a series of classroom debates focused on key contemporary issues. Nov 1, 2011 - Michael Streich

Matthew Shepard Tragedy Remembered Matthew Shepard was brutally beaten and left to die in October 1998, but his story continues to challenge men and women battling against homophobia. Oct 31, 2011 - Michael Streich

Reagan Administration's Failures and Successes Ronald Reagan advocated tax cuts, deregulation, increased defense spending, and a balanced budget, still inspiring conservative supporters in 2011. Oct 27, 2011 - Michael Streich

Harvey Milk's Legacy and Example As the first openly gay candidate to win political office, Harvey Milk became a role model and a martyr after his brutal assassination November 27, 1978. Oct 25, 2011 - Michael Streich

Grant's World Tour 1877 - 1879 After his two-term presidency, Ulysses Grant and his wife embarked on an international trip, visiting most of Europe, India, China, and Japan. Oct 23, 2011 - Michael Streich

Selling Your Gold, Silver, and Old Jewelry Selling old gold, silver, and jewelry containing gem stones will not net the retail value of what you might have paid for the item. Oct 21, 2011 - Michael Streich

Field Trip Preparation Tips for planning and facilitating a meaningful field trip that fulfills educational goals and curricular outcomes. Oct 20, 2011 - Michael Streich

Creative Colonial American History Lesson Plan Ideas Student-made board games and group-written plays help connect past events in history to contemporary issues while utilizing creativity. Oct 17, 2011 - Michael Streich

Finding Your Own Voice When Paper and Essay Writing in HS Tips to avoid cheating and writing disjointed nonsense papers that earn failing grades instead of finding your own voice writing something radically new. Oct 15, 2011 - Michael Streich

Gay Pride in Downtown Winston Salem, NC Pride Winston Salem brought together churches, grassroots organizations, and hundreds of supporters for the October 15, 2011 event. Oct 15, 2011 - Michael Streich

Does Romney's Mormon Faith Conflict with Historical Christianity? To what extent should Mitt Romney's Mormon faith impact politics following Rev Robert Jeffress' interview comments on Mormon theology? Oct 13, 2011 - Michael Streich

Greed and the Monopolizers During the American Revolution Price fixing and monopolization of the necessaries of life characterized the practices of unscrupulous profiteers during the American War for Independence. Oct 12, 2011 - Michael Streich

Mutiny in the Continental Army in Early 1781 Soldiers mutinied in 1781 because of poor conditions in the winter encampment, lack of food and drink, and non-payment of wages by the Continental Congress. Oct 12, 2011 - Michael Streich

Jekyll Island from Millionaires' Retreat to Public Playground Jekyll Island, Georgia has a long history that began in the colonial era but came to represent the lifestyle of America's Gilded Age aristocrats. Oct 9, 2011 - Michael Streich

Regulator Movement in Colonial North Carolina In early 1765 North Carolina farmers and tradesmen reacted to oppressive taxes, injustice in the courts, and arbitrary government policies. Oct 8, 2011 - Michael Streich

Occupied Wall Street Causes and Criticisms Dissent has always been part of American democracy. Occupied Wall Street represents the current mood of angry citizens, gathered for a variety of reasons. Oct 7, 2011 - Michael Streich

Paul Revere Recommends a Miitary Pension for Deborah Sampson Paul Revere's letter to Congress noted an unusual woman who served the patriot cause as a soldier disguised as a male, deserving of relief in her old age. Oct 6, 2011 - Michael Streich

Colonial American Religion and the Lesser-Known Sects Colonial American Protestant sects were persecuted in Europe and the colonies but helped ensure religious equality and the separation of church and state. Oct 6, 2011 - Michael Streich

Colonial American Drinking From Rum to Whiskey Early Colonial drinking habits spanned the social classes but it was George Washington whose whiskey distillery came to symbolize what was truly American. Oct 5, 2011 - Michael Streich

Colonial Food and Drink or How the Founders Kept us Fed Dave DeWitt's book Founding Foodies explores the contributions of Washington, Franklin, and Jefferson, providing many examples of early American recipes. Oct 4, 2011 - Michael Streich

Colonial History in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad Guilford Battleground Park and Old Salem represent different aspects of North Carolina colonial history but are linked by a spirit of independence. Oct 3, 2011 - Michael Streich

Narcissism and the Serial Killer in The Night of the Generals General Tanz, a fictional Wehrmacht general, fits the profile of a serial killer in the 1967 film The Night of the Generals. Sep 29, 2011 - Michael Streich

The Tea Party Movement Today and the Boston Tea Party in 1773 Using colonial imagery, the Tea Party movement views big government as oppressive, but forgets everyday Americans living in 2011 and not 1773. Sep 28, 2011 - Michael Streich

Ancient Civilizations' Similarities and Differences All ancient civilizations evolved out of common elements, developing such characteristics into community structures involving law, religion, and trade. Sep 27, 2011 - Michael Streich

Hymns and the Symbols of War Some of the most beloved and popular Christian hymns use military imagery to depict Christians as an army, marching to conquer an enemy. Sep 26, 2011 - Michael Streich

Dominionism, Politics, and Eschatology Dominion theology has impacted political views and threatens to influence domestic and foreign policy decisions by masquerading as evangelical patriotism. Sep 25, 2011 - Michael Streich

Causes of the 1937-1938 Recession The causes of the 1937 recession are still debated by economists and historians and parallel similar arguments heard in 2011. Sep 24, 2011 - Michael Streich

Gay on the College Campus: Celebrating Diversity at AppState Sophomore Taylor Bailey shares his volunteerism, personal goals, and the coming out process that began in high school. Sep 23, 2011 - Michael Streich

Lesson Plans for Natural Disasters Lesson plans geared around natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes help students analyze sources and develop resolutions. Sep 23, 2011 - Michael Streich

The Pope's War by Matthew Fox: a Review The Pope's War begins with a young Joseph Ratzinger as a member of the Hitler Youth, chronicling his rise as the champion of an absolutist papacy. Sep 21, 2011 - Michael Streich

North Carolina Zoo in the Heart of North Carolina The North Carolina Zoo may not be a recreation of the Serengeti, but it brings the feel of Africa and North America to the South through animal exhibits. Sep 20, 2011 - Michael Streich

Same-Sex Marriage Debate in North Carolina Opposition to same-sex marriage in states like North Carolina will utilize traditional religious perceptions that might not be valid or legal. Sep 18, 2011 - Michael Streich

Esther and Vashti: Two Ancient Feminist Queens The Old Testament story of Esther says much about the role of women in the ancient world and the notable exceptions like Queen Esther. Sep 17, 2011 - Michael Streich

Fear and Hysteria in World War One America A series of laws passed by Congress following the war declaration in 1917 divided Americans, broke unions, and resulted in social hysteria. Sep 13, 2011 - Michael Streich

American Anti-Catholicism Began in the Colonial Period Anti-Catholicism during the American colonial period was fueled by European events but helped to pave the road toward widespread mistrust and fear. Sep 12, 2011 - Michael Streich

Martin Luther's View of the Jews Within the context of the 16th Century, Reformation leader Martin Luther assailed the Jews, prompting modern scholars to question why. Sep 11, 2011 - Michael Streich

LGBTQ Center Opens at Wake Forest University A new Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer & Questioning Center, headed by Angela Mazaris, aims to expand the school mission and promote diversity. Sep 10, 2011 - Michael Streich

Role of the Supreme Court in the United States Government The Supreme Court plays a vital role in maintaining separation of powers despite the unpopularity of its decisions impacting social and political ideals. Sep 8, 2011 - Michael Streich

Preface to Luther's Commentary on Romans Martin Luther's Preface to St Paul's Epistle to the Romans summarizes the core beliefs of the Reformation by explaining justification by faith in Christ. Sep 6, 2011 - Michael Streich

The Circus in American Entertainment History The traveling circus represented one of the few annual entertainment events for many Americans living in rural communities and smaller cities. Sep 5, 2011 - Michael Streich

Homosexuality and the Coming of Sexual Politics In the late 19th Century, the focus on homosexuality shifted from behaviors to the individual, eventually becoming part of the political morality debate. Sep 4, 2011 - Michael Streich

Education Cuts in North Carolina Eliminate HS College Programs Rather than extending a penny in the state sales tax, Republicans in the State Assembly caused the elimination of job-creating high school programs. Sep 3, 2011 - Michael Streich

The Halloween Witch in Historical and Literary Perspective The historical witch that evolved into a Halloween character has ancient roots but went through several manifestations in literary and cultural history. Sep 2, 2011 - Michael Streich

Horror Hotel Still Good Halloween Entertainment Horror Hotels blends colonial New England history with mid-20th Century Massachusetts, featuring witches, blood sacrifice, and good versus evil. Sep 2, 2011 - Michael Streich

Changes and Health Care Options in North Carolina Medicaid services will be impacted by legislative budget cuts but other health care options still exist for persons with high Medicaid deductibles. Sep 1, 2011 - Michael Streich

Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace The Carolina Renaissance Festival presents a family-oriented glimpse into the past that's fun and educational for all ages. Aug 28, 2011 - Michael Streich

The Nun's Story Still Inspires Catholic Viewers Released in 1959, the Nun's Story recounts the religious life of Sister Luke and her struggles to overcome inner conflicts with convent life. Aug 27, 2011 - Michael Streich

Paying for Abortions under the Hyde Amendment Congress adopted the Hyde Amendment in 1976, prohibiting the use of federal funds for abortion unless the mother's life is threatened. Aug 27, 2011 - Michael Streich

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