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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.
Do You Know How Much You’re Eating?
In early February, the House passed legislation which would amend how restaurants would provide the calorie count. Although restaurant owners are in favor of the updated legislation, public health experts are raising concerns. Lets research this topic using HeinOnline!
Citizens United and Its Impact on Campaign Financing: A Brief Overview
Money and politics have strolled hand-in-hand since the founding of the United States, when wealthy, well-connected candidates financed their own political campaigns. In fact, George Washington spent about $8,000 in today’s currency on alcohol to “treat” voters on election day.
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 Defense Production Act
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Lewis and Clark Expedition
Secrets of the Serial Set: The AIDS Epidemic
Secrets of the Serial Set: Citizenship and Suffrage for Indigenous Peoples
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Mexican-American War
Secrets of the Serial Set: Constructing the Panama Canal
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