Category: Did you know?
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How Anyone Can Request Government Records
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Want to know how many tickets the police issued to drivers for texting while driving? Or perhaps you are a journalist trying to understand why a long-time government employee retired so suddenly. In the United States, anyone can use the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to request public records from the government, whether they are…
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U.S. Presidents Come from Diverse Professions
The 45 presidents of the United States have held a variety of professions before arriving at the White House. Many held jobs that provided them with insight into the everyday lives of their American compatriots. Twenty-five American presidents — including Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, and Barack Obama — were lawyers. Several presidents had…
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American Diplomats Study Languages of the World
American diplomats reflect the diversity of the U.S. and the world. In their posts abroad, they make a special effort to connect directly with people by studying foreign languages.
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The Colorful City of Paraty
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The city is located in the Bay of Ilha Grande, which is dotted with many tropical islands. Behind the city, tropical forests, mountains, and waterfalls rise. It is the southernmost and westernmost city in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Paraty is listed by IPHAN as a National Historical Heritage. More than 80% of its…
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Imagining the Earth
If we were to approach rivers, mountains, dragonflies, redwoods, and reptiles as if they were all alive, intelligent, imbued with soul, imagination, and purpose, what could the world become? Who would we become if we intentionally engaged with such an animated Earth? The world would come alive if we taught our children – and ourselves!…