The Center for Teaching International RelationsMembers of the international community banded together to create a tribunal to try individuals who seriously violate international law. In this lesson, students will learn about the ICC and discuss whether the U.S. should join. 453

PBS NewsHour ExtraWhat happens once “genocide” is declared? This lesson plan looks at the events in Sudan and at the issue of genocide. Discussion questions lead students to consider what role the international community should play. 447

Samuel TottenTens of thousands have been killed in a conflict in Sudan. Recently, the author joined a team of experts on the border of Sudan to interview those who had fled the violence in order to determine whether genocide was being perpetrated. 444

Lee Ann Potter In the early days of this nation, Congress considered numerous acts as it established the laws of the land. Yet the first ever act of Congress concerned an oath to support the Constitution. 438

Candace D. Fisk and Beth HurstThis story of James Meredith’s fight to integrate an all-white state university serves as a clear example of each individual’s ability to affect social change.

James A. Bryant, Jr.One town’s experience of factory shutdowns and layoffs, coupled by an influx of immigrants, offers a rich opportunity to teach about the outsourcing of jobs while dispelling xenophobic myths and stereotypes. 418

Charles F. WilliamsIn its most recent term, the Supreme Court considered a range of important cases relating to the “War on Terror,” federalism, and sentencing guidelines. The author reviews some of the Court’s most significant rulings.414

Elizabeth M. Yang and Kristi GainesA look at current laws and at the evolution of voting technology provides a solid background for a discussion on the integrity of our electoral system.408Looking at the Law

Jana Sackman EatonLooking at media reports from around the world enables a broader discussion on the U.S. election and election issues. 401Looking at the Law

Allan J. LichtmanIs it possible to predict the winner of the presidential election? This historically-based forecasting system hasn’t been wrong yet in predicting the winner of the popular vote.395Election 2004