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”.
Tip of the Week: How to Locate the Text of a Public Law
Have you ever tried to locate the text of a public law or an Act, but didn’t have a U.S. Statutes at Large citation or a public law number handy? This week’s tip will showcase how to utilize three different sources in HeinOnline to locate the text of a public law using its popular name.
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.
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.
Unpacking the History of American and International Child Rights
What is a child? It may seem like a silly question, but the answer is more nuanced than one might think. Let’s explore how the child has become not only an allegory for innocence and the embodiment of freedom, but also a shining beacon of hope for future generations.
Interested in Space Law? Let HeinOnline Take You Out of This World
At the end of May, the United States launched astronauts into space for the first time since 2011. Strap in as we launch this post into an exploration of space law.
Proud to Be Born This Way: A Look Back at the Road to Pride and LGBTQ Rights
June 2020 marked a special month for the LGBTQ community. Not only was it Pride month, but it’s was also the 50th anniversary of annual LGBTQ and Pride traditions. Let’s take a closer look at this movement, what rights they have, and what they’re still fighting for.
A Quick ‘N Easy Guide to FDR’s Most Influential New Deal Programs
The 1920s-1930s witnessed most severe economic downturn the industrialized Western world had ever seen. In the United States, recovery was primarily helmed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt through his first and second “New Deal.” Rediscover the legislation with HeinOnline.
12 of the Boldest Executive Orders in U.S. History to Kick Off Your Presidents Day
On the third Monday of every February, many around the United States honor those who have served as President. To celebrate Presidents Day this year, let’s take a look at one of the most effective courses of action for the President of the United States: the executive order.
Hope and Change: Revisiting Barack Obama’s Historic Presidency
More than a decade ago, Barack Obama became not only the 44th president of the United States, but also the first African-American to serve in the office. Join HeinOnline as we explore the highlights of those eight years with the most comprehensive presidential collection!