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World War II veterans and Pearl Harbor survivors Seelie, and "Chick" Gallela attend an annual Memorial Day commemoration ceremony in New York
Lesson Plan December 06 2024

Lesson plan: Pearl Harbor remembered — 'A date which will live in infamy'

Discuss what the attack on Pearl Harbor means today and how it shaped U.S. history
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Daily News Lesson November 22 2024

Lesson plan: Elevate student voice through the power of listening

Based on StoryCorps' inspiring storytelling strategies — including listening
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Daily News Lesson November 11 2024

Winner of Nobel Prize in chemistry describes how his work in AI could transform lives

Hear from a Nobel Prize winner on his team's use of artificial intelligence and the future of AI
In Mississippi, history of abortion struggles could be glimpse of the future
Daily News Lesson November 07 2024

2024 ballot measure results, including abortion, minimum wage and marijuana

57% of Florida voters supported the amendment, but because 60% was required for passage, the state's six-week ban remains
Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers speech conceding 2024 U.S. Presidential Election to President-elect Trump at Howard University in Washington
Daily News Lesson November 07 2024

Harris urges supporters to ‘never give up the fight for our democracy’ in concession

Vice President Harris' concession speech reflected on her whirlwind campaign and left her voters with a message of hope
2024 U.S. Presidential Election Night, at Palm Beach County Convention Center, in West Palm Beach, Florida
Daily News Lesson November 06 2024

Donald Trump elected 47th president of the United States

Trump told the crowd he will fight for them with "every breath" in his body
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Daily News Lesson November 05 2024

AI and election misinformation: what you need to know

Learn how AI is used by political actors and others to shape public opinion
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Daily News Lesson November 05 2024

Breaking down the paths to Electoral College victory for Harris and Trump

On election night at 7pm ET, News Hour will host on-air special analysis with a group of panelists and special guests

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Lesson Plan November 05 2024

Lesson plan: Polling pitfalls

What do people need to consider when evaluating public opinion polls?
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Lesson Plan November 04 2024

Lesson plan: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Learn about the role of local school boards and debate whether students should help elect them or be allowed to vote in other elections.
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