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The greatest sacrifice – Veterans Day Lesson Plan

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By Katie Gould, NewsHour Extra Teacher Resource Producer Subjects World history, government and civics, U.S. wars, geography Estimated Time One 45-minute class Grade Level Middle…read more

U.S. Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell holds a news conference after he was re-elected to a sixth term to the U.S. Senate at the University of Louisville in Louisville

Can Obama and the GOP Congress work together?

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The results of the midterm elections have raised questions about how a Republican-controlled Congress can work together with a Democratic president. Continue reading →

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Post-election resources for your class

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Looking for a way to start a conversation in your class about the 2014 midterm election and results? Check out our resources below, including student-produced reports,…read more

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Will West Virginia voters elect an 18-year-old lawmaker?

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College freshman Saira Blair could become one of the country’s youngest lawmakers in Tuesday’s midterm election. Continue reading →

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Midterms 2014: resources for students

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This year’s midterm elections are here and PBS NewsHour Extra wants to share our best resources with you! Looking for election night coverage? Join the…read more

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