How to Disagree with Respect — Not Hate | Spencer J. Cox | TED
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Spencer J. Cox, Republican governor of the state of Utah in the United States, says that even in these deeply polarized times, it's still possible to disagree without hate or contempt.
Why US Politics Is Broken — and How To Fix It | Andrew Yang | TED
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The electoral system in the United States needs a redesign, says political reformer Andrew Yang.
A Comedian’s Take on How to Save Democracy
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Conversation is a battlefield with only one winner. Or is it? Comedian and author Jordan Klepper believes we can get better at talking to each other (and perhaps save democracy) by learning how to lose.
Why the wrong people end up in power | Brian Klaas, Bill Eddy, & more
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This is the psychology of an authoritarian unpacked.
New UFO "Evidence" vs. SCIENCE
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Are we alone? Have aliens visited Earth? An age-old question that has been reignited by recent
declassified UFO/UAP footage and intriguing ‘whistleblower’ congressional hearings.
How a young Bill Clinton made waves during his presidential campaign | Rewind the '90s
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New to the scene, here's how "Clinton's War Room" revolutionized media management in politics.
What was life like for a court jester? - Beatrice K. Otto
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Contrary to common belief, jesters weren’t just a medieval European phenomenon but flourished in other times and cultures. The first reliably recorded jester is thought to be You Shi, of 7th century BCE China. Jesters had unique relationships to power: they could be viewed as objects of mockery or as entertainers and trusted companions. Beatrice K. Otto digs into history's most infamous jokers.
Smart FBI Negotiation Techniques You Can Actually Use
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Wouldn't it be nice to be able to win any argument you may find yourself in? Don't miss today's revealing video that exposes FBI interrogation techniques you can actually use to give yourself the high ground in any confrontation!
Why Farmers Can’t Legally Replant Their Own Seeds
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When farmers purchase a patented seed variety, they sign an agreement that they will not save and replant seeds produced from the seed they buy.
Empty Skyscraper In Times Square
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Why There’s An Empty Skyscraper In The Middle Of Times Square
What Holds a Country Together or Tears it Apart? Crash Course Geography #36
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Today we’re going to talk about the forces that affect a country’s stability. We’ll take a closer look at Costa Rica, Venezuela, Cuba, and Brazil and examine how the cohesiveness of these Latin American countries varies dramatically even though they are in a region with similar characteristics.
Save the Troy Library "Adventures In Reverse Psychology"
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"The city of Troy, Michigan was facing a budget shortfall, and was considering closing the Troy Public Library for lack of funds.
The Egyptian and Hittite Peace Treaty | Lost Treasures of Egypt
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While Ramses II is often hailed for his military achievements and his skill as a warrior, he was also a well versed diplomat. During his reign he brought the 20 year war with the Hittites to an end and created one of the first written peace treaties.
History's deadliest king - by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja
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Dig into the Rubber Terror, the period in which King Leopold II’s horrific regime in the Congo resulted in the deaths of 10 million people.
Why can’t governments print an unlimited amount of money? - Jonathan Smith
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Explore the economic strategy of quantitative easing, where a central bank purchases bonds in order to boost the economy.
Will Gas Stations Survive?
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Although it’s not likely to happen soon, someday gas stations may be replaced by (or turn into) another type of fueling station, because no fuel or mode of transportation is forever.