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Tuesday, May 26, 2020
The SpaceX Crew Dragon Launch

NASA deputy administrator Jim Morhard and astronauts Nicole Mann and Kjell Lingren previewed the launch of the SpaceX Crew Dragon scheduled for the following day. They spoke about the significance of the flight being the first launch of NASA astronauts from the U.S. since the retirement of the Space Shuttle program in 2011 and the significance of the partnership between NASA and private…
Friday, May 22, 2020
Dr. Parekh on the Effectiveness of Wearing Masks

Bipartisan Policy Center Chief Medical Adviser Dr. Anand Parekh discussed the question of wearing masks in public during COVID-19 and recent medical studies on the effectiveness of non-medical grade masks. He also talked about recent polling on the public's opinion on wearing masks in public.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Geographic Changes after COVID-19

Chapman University’s Joel Kotkin talked about the geographic shifts in population that could occur as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. He discussed the recent trends of people moving out of urban centers and how COVID-19 might accelerate this trend.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Bakari Sellers on the Black Lives Matter Movement

Author and CNN political analyst Bakari Sellers talked about the Black Lives Matter movement and the history of violence against black people in the United States.
Monday, May 18, 2020
What strategies should schools use when reopening?

With the outbreak of COVID-19, schools across the United States closed their doors and shifted to distance learning. As schools prepare plans for possibly reopening, leaders at the local, state and national levels must weigh public health concerns with the educational needs of students and families. In this lesson, students will hear from public health professionals, elected officials, and…

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Thursday, May 21, 2020
The Role and Responsibilities of Inspectors General

Project on Government Oversight Executive Director Danielle Brian talked about the role and responsibilities of Inspectors General in the federal bureaucracy and how they help with congressional oversight. She also discussed how IGs do their jobs, how they are appointed and how they can be removed from office. She spoke in response to the recent firings of several Inspectors General by the Trump…
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
The Effects of Stay-at-Home Practices on Mental Health

At a cabinet meeting, Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use and psychiatrist Dr. Elinore McCance-Katz discussed the possible mental health consequences that could occur as a result of quarantining and stay-at-home practices. She spoke about potential issues with anxiety, depression, stress disorders and substance abuse.
Monday, May 18, 2020
Misinformation during Public Health Emergencies

Reid Wilson, author of "Epidemic: Ebola and the Global Scramble to Prevent the Next Killer Outbreak" talked about how misinformation can impact the spread of pandemics. He talked about examples of misinformation during the Ebola outbreak in Africa and COVID-19 in the United States.
Monday, May 18, 2020
What Party Conventions Might Look Like this Summer

Jon Ward talked about the functions of party conventions and how the Republican and Democratic parties were preparing for nominating conventions later this summer amid the pandemic. He discussed what these conventions might look like and how they will implement safety precautions.
Monday, May 18, 2020
President Trump is Presented with the Space Force Flag

President Trump was presented with the Space Force flag at the White House. President Trump and military leaders commented on how important Space Force will be in protecting American interests. U.S. Space Commander Gen. John Raymond explained the details of the flag and its meaning.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Privacy Rights and FISA Reform

Washington Examiner Justice Department reporter Jeff Mordock explained what the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is and the current concern over privacy rights. He talked about Senate action on FISA reform and the broader debate over government surveillance.
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Civil Liberties and the Coronavirus

The U.S. Constitution provides for a balance of power between the federal and state governments while protecting the rights of citizens. Securing those rights during a time of crisis can be challenging. With the stay-at-home orders that have been enacted in states across the country during this time, people are discussing the impacts on their lives. In this lesson, students will explore the…

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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Should States Shift to Mail-In Voting during the Coronavirus Pandemic?

With the 2020 primary and general elections coinciding with the coronavirus outbreak, policymakers at the national and state level have called for states to shift their elections to allow all citizens to vote by mail. This lesson looks at the challenges that states face in holding elections during the pandemic and if vote-by-mail policies can address this. Students will view videos from experts…

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

The SpaceX Crew Dragon Launch

NASA deputy administrator Jim Morhard and astronauts Nicole Mann and Kjell Lingren previewed the launch of the SpaceX Crew Dragon scheduled for the following day. They spoke about the significance of the flight being the first launch of NASA astronauts from the U.S. since the retirement of the…

Friday, May 22, 2020

Dr. Parekh on the Effectiveness of Wearing Masks

Bipartisan Policy Center Chief Medical Adviser Dr. Anand Parekh discussed the question of wearing masks in public during COVID-19 and recent medical studies on the effectiveness of non-medical grade…

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Geographic Changes after COVID-19

Chapman University’s Joel Kotkin talked about the geographic shifts in population that could occur as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. He discussed the recent trends of people moving out of…

Friday, May 22, 2020

Bakari Sellers on the Black Lives Matter Movement

Author and CNN political analyst Bakari Sellers talked about the Black Lives Matter movement and the history of violence against black people in the United States.

Monday, May 18, 2020

What strategies should schools use when reopening?

With the outbreak of COVID-19, schools across the United States closed their doors and shifted to distance learning. As schools prepare plans for possibly reopening, leaders at the local, state and…

Thursday, May 21, 2020

The Role and Responsibilities of Inspectors General

Project on Government Oversight Executive Director Danielle Brian talked about the role and responsibilities of Inspectors General in the federal bureaucracy and how they help with congressional…

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

The Effects of Stay-at-Home Practices on Mental Health

At a cabinet meeting, Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use and psychiatrist Dr. Elinore McCance-Katz discussed the possible mental health consequences that could occur as a result…

Monday, May 18, 2020

Misinformation during Public Health Emergencies

Reid Wilson, author of "Epidemic: Ebola and the Global Scramble to Prevent the Next Killer Outbreak" talked about how misinformation can impact the spread of pandemics. He talked about examples of…

Monday, May 18, 2020

What Party Conventions Might Look Like this Summer

Jon Ward talked about the functions of party conventions and how the Republican and Democratic parties were preparing for nominating conventions later this summer amid the pandemic. He discussed what…

Monday, May 18, 2020

President Trump is Presented with the Space Force Flag

President Trump was presented with the Space Force flag at the White House. President Trump and military leaders commented on how important Space Force will be in protecting American interests. U.S.…

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Privacy Rights and FISA Reform

Washington Examiner Justice Department reporter Jeff Mordock explained what the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is and the current concern over privacy rights. He talked about Senate…

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Civil Liberties and the Coronavirus

The U.S. Constitution provides for a balance of power between the federal and state governments while protecting the rights of citizens. Securing those rights during a time of crisis can be…

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Should States Shift to Mail-In Voting during the Coronavirus Pandemic?

With the 2020 primary and general elections coinciding with the coronavirus outbreak, policymakers at the national and state level have called for states to shift their elections to allow all…

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The SpaceX Crew Dragon Launch

Dr. Parekh on the Effectiveness of Wearing Masks

Geographic Changes after COVID-19

Bakari Sellers on the Black Lives Matter Movement

What strategies should schools use when reopening?

The Role and Responsibilities of Inspectors General

The Effects of Stay-at-Home Practices on Mental Health

Misinformation during Public Health Emergencies

What Party Conventions Might Look Like this Summer

President Trump is Presented with the Space Force Flag

Privacy Rights and FISA Reform

Civil Liberties and the Coronavirus

Should States Shift to Mail-In Voting during the Coronavirus Pandemic?

The SpaceX Crew Dragon Launch

Dr. Parekh on the Effectiveness of Wearing Masks

Geographic Changes after COVID-19

Bakari Sellers on the Black Lives Matter Movement

What strategies should schools use when reopening?

The Role and Responsibilities of Inspectors General

The Effects of Stay-at-Home Practices on Mental Health

Misinformation during Public Health Emergencies

What Party Conventions Might Look Like this Summer

President Trump is Presented with the Space Force Flag

Privacy Rights and FISA Reform

Civil Liberties and the Coronavirus

Should States Shift to Mail-In Voting during the Coronavirus Pandemic?