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NEW DATABASE: Gun Regulation and Legislation in America
In the wake of several of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history and following the 19th anniversary of the massacre at Columbine, HeinOnline is offering Gun Regulation and Legislation in America free of charge to all U.S. Core subscribers, academics, and other institutional libraries.
Climate Change, the Environment and the Law
Climate change has been more prevalent in the past few years as global temperatures have risen. This blog discusses the definition of climate change, the current U.S. government administration’s policies on and responses to this change, and how users can research this topic in HeinOnline.
New Database: Art Antiquity and Law!
We are excited to announce a new database: Art Antiquity and Law! This database, available digitally exclusively in HeinOnline, includes coverage of this industry-leading journal which provides up-to-date and timely coverage of important issues in the art and history communities.
Time’s Up, #MeToo, and the Equal Rights Amendment
In many ways, 2017 was a historic year for women’s empowerment in the United States. First there was the Women’s March for human rights, and then came movements such as Time’s Up and #MeToo.
Legislative Intent and Statutory Interpretation
In cases that involve a statute, there is often a need for statutory interpretation. Some statutes can have straightforward meanings, while others can be ambiguous. In cases where a statute may be vague, judges must step in to decipher the legislative intent.
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Affectionately Known as The Notorious RBG
On August 10th, 1993, Ruth Bader Ginsburg was sworn in as the 107th Supreme Court justice, making her the second woman and first Jewish female justice to sit on the distinguished bench. Since being sworn in, Justice Ginsburg has established herself in America’s history as a legend.
Secrets
of the Serial Set
A HISTORICAL BLOG SERIES
The Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal. The Manhattan Project. The Louisiana Purchase.
In addition to writing about the above topics and more, HeinOnline’s authors are dedicated to illuminating the most essential research resources for their readers.
The Serial Set is a must-have publication for any historical researcher. With more than two centuries of documents spanning more than 17,000 volumes, no other publication so beautifully reflects the maturation of the United States. To demonstrate the value of the Serial Set, we’ve created a blog series dedicated to revealing the historical secrets hidden throughout the immense publication.
Each month, join HeinOnline as we explore notable events in U.S. history using the primary sources themselves.
Secrets of the Serial Set: The First Transcontinental Railroad
Secrets of the Serial Set: The American Flag
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Mexican-American War
Secrets of the Serial Set: Yellowstone National Park
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Sinking of the Titanic
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
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