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Secrets of the Serial Set: The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
A dive into the great debate about Puerto Rico’s legal status. Featuring the discovery of the island during the Exploration Age, fight over the island during the Spanish-American War, and ultimate U.S. rule.
A Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Medicine Go Down: A Brief History of Compulsory Vaccination
The ethics of compulsory vaccination have been debated since the advent of vaccines, a debate than in turn has required the courts to weigh in, providing precedent that may illuminate what could happen with the COVID-19 vaccine. Join us on a journey to explore the history of compulsory vaccination.
The Elephant in the Room: Animal Welfare in the United States
In 1948, the United Nations declared that freedom, justice, and peace rely on a respect for human rights. A few decades later, a global campaign surfaced, advocating that this respect be extended to other animals, as well. Follow along to see how to research this topic with HeinOnline.
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Iran-Contra Affair
This month, HeinOnline continues its Secrets of the Serial Set series by investigating the oft-overlooked Iran-Contra affair, a political scandal involving the Reagan Administration, Nicaraguan civil war, and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Marbury v. Madison: The Most Important Decision in American Constitutional Law
You may have wondered, from where does the Supreme Court derive its power to strike down legislation? To discover the answer, travel with HeinOnline back to the turn of the nineteenth century.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About the “First Lady of the World”
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt is well-known for her role as First Lady. In reality, she was much more than that. Join HeinOnline in exploring ten lesser-known facts about the unforgettable “First Lady of the World”.
Handling the Supreme Court Vacancy: Is Court Packing a Viable Option?
In the wake of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, some Democrats have pushed the idea of expanding the number of justices on the Supreme Court. This concept is called court packing. What is court packing, really? Allow HeinOnline to help answer all your court packing questions here.
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Red Scares
This month, HeinOnline continues its Secrets of the Serial Set series by exploring the Red Scares that dominated the first half of the twentieth century and forever impacted U.S. politics, defense, and foreign policy.
McGirt v. Oklahoma: A Historic Win for Native American Rights
This summer, a landmark decision from the Supreme Court marked a historic win for Native American tribes, acknowledging their rights and transforming the justice system. Explore the landmark decision, its background, and what was actually affected by the ruling with HeinOnline.
