Intro to U.S. Govt. Part 1 This lesson offers a description of the basic vocabulary and concepts necessary to understanding United States Government. Basic ideas about American core values, demographics, and systems of government are discussed. Link to Video: http://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/c2j6byn7WO

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Intro to U.S. Govt. Part 2 This lesson offers a description of Classical Liberalism, the political philosophy of our Founding Fathers. It also explains why this was the chosen political philosophy at the time and differentiates Classical Liberalism from 20th Century Liberalism. Link to Video: http://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/c2j6Fxn7WN

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Intro to U.S. Govt. Part 3 This lesson offers a basic description of the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution. The historical context of both are discussed and the reasons for transitioning from one to the other are explored and explained. Link to Video: http://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/c2j6qPnscm

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