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Daily News Lesson October 30 2026

What are the origins of gerrymandering?

Learn about the history of Gerrymandering and its role in U.S. politics
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Daily News Lesson October 23 2026

A look at the major state ballot measures voters will decide in the midterms

Learn about the midterm's historical low voter turnout and popular ballot measures
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Daily News Lesson October 21 2026

Exhibition explores connection between Black women and the works of Shakespeare

Learn about the influence Black women had on Shakespeare and his literature
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Daily News Lesson September 28 2026

Restored Greek Byzantine palace offers blueprint for preserving cultural heritage

The Greek culture ministry has opened a stunning, restored palace from the Byzantine era in the 1300s.
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Daily News Lesson September 23 2026

Graphic novel shares stories of Hurricane Helene survivors

Learn about survivors and their experience with Hurricane Helene through a graphic novel
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Daily News Lesson September 18 2026

Cuban official on Trump's threats as tensions with U.S. rise

Discuss the sanctions in Cuba and how poverty in the nation has worsened
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Daily News Lesson September 14 2026

Lonnie Bunch on his legacy and protecting the Smithsonian from political pressure

Discuss the resignation of the Smithsonian Secretary and who determines what memories are preserved in museums
Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III poses with his President's Award backstage at the 48th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena
Daily News Lesson August 05 2026

Lonnie Bunch on how the Smithsonian can help America understand its identity

Learn about how the Smithsonian's director uses history for future learning
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Daily News Lesson August 03 2026

How music has helped tell America's story from the very beginning

Discuss what makes a song "quintessentially American"
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Daily News Lesson July 29 2026

Jason Epperson on the history found at national parks

Learn about how one podcaster is exploring and educating on the national parks
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