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	FlackCheck.org Our new website, FlackCheck.org, uses humor and parody to debunk false political ads, poke fun at politicians' extreme language, and hold the media accountable for their campaign coverage. Check It Out!
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	FactCheck.org FactCheck.org, a sister site to FlackCheck.org, aims to reduce deception and confusion in U.S. politics by monitoring the accuracy of what politicians and political groups say, cutting through the political spin, and debunking viral emails. Visit the website
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The Bill of Rights Story

Eleven short documentaries tell the story of these individual freedoms that often are taken for granted today. But in 1787, when they were first discussed at the Constitutional Convention, the Founding Fathers rejected them. Why were these rights controversial? The full story about these rights – what they say and what they mean – is explained in these videos.

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	Constitution Daily Check out the National Constitution Center's daily blog, featuring articles by journalists, historians and scholars that address timely constitutional topics and current events. Read the blog
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Thurgood

Thurgood Marshall, the nation’s first African American Supreme Court justice, is portrayed by actor Laurence Fishburne in this film production of the award-winning play. The play by George Stevens Jr. covers the life of the civil rights legend up to, through and beyond the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education. (1 hr., 44 min.; strong language and some content may not be appropriate for younger students)

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