435 House Members: Why This Number and How It Works
The House of Representatives has 435 voting members based on state population. Learn how seats are distributed and why this number matters.
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Your State US Senators: How to Find Who Represents You
Learn who your state’s U.S. Senators are now. Find out how to contact them and why knowing your senators matters for citizenship.
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Two Parts of Congress: Senate and House of Representatives
Congress has two parts: the Senate and House of Representatives. Learn why Congress is bicameral and how each chamber balances the other.
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100 US Senators: Two from Each State Explained
There are 100 U.S. Senators, two from each state. Learn why every state gets equal Senate representation and what senators do.
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Six-Year Senate Terms: Why Senators Serve Longer
U.S. Senators serve six-year terms. Learn why the founders chose longer terms and how this affects Senate stability and focus.
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Congress Makes Federal Laws: Legislative Power Explained
Congress makes federal laws through the Senate and House. Learn how the legislative process works and why Congress has this constitutional power.
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Why States Have Different Numbers of Representatives
States have more or fewer Representatives based on population. Learn how House seats are distributed and why California has more than Wyoming.
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Why the Ninth and Tenth Amendments Matter More Than Most People Realize
Why do the Ninth and Tenth Amendments matter? Learn how they prevent federal power from expanding beyond its limits.
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President Leads the Executive Branch of Government
The President is in charge of the executive branch. Learn what this means, what powers the President has, and how executive authority works today.
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Checks and Balances: How Branches Limit Each Other
Checks and balances and separation of powers stop one branch from becoming too powerful. Learn how this system protects liberty every day.