Watch The History and Function of the U.S. Government

2010
1 Season

The History and Function of the U.S. Government is a documentary series which examines almost every aspect of the U.S. government. The series begins by giving a general overview of the government structure. And in particular, it looks at how the president relates to the various aspects of the system. It looks at just how much power the president really has and how much people think he or she has. It then moves on to examine the Bill of Rights. It places particular focus on the differences between how the document current stands, and the intent of the founding fathers. Each episode continues to look into the structure of the American government.

The History and Function of the U.S. Government is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (11 episodes). The series first aired on June 21, 2010.

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11. The History and Function of The US Federal Reserve

June 26, 2010

The U.S. Federal Reserve System is the central bank for the United States of America. We take a closer look at how this financial system came to be. Learn about the Board of Governors, the Federal Reserve districts, and the Federal Open Market Committee. Meant to keep our money safe and our best interests in mind, the Federal Reserve System gives us a safe, flexible, and stable financial system.

10. The History and Function of The Vice President

June 26, 2010

The Vice-President of the United States of America not only plays an important role in our government, but you could consider him our President's right hand man. Explore the different facets and functions the Vice-President portrays.

9. The History and Function of The United Nations

July 2, 2010

The United States Senate iis one of the two houses of the United States Congress (bicameral legislature). The other being the House of Representatives.

8. The History and Function of The Supreme Court

June 18, 2010

The Supreme Court of the United States is the most powerful judicial body in the United States, if not in the World. In this program, we look at the early days of the Court and its landmark cases up to the present day. Alexander Hamilton claimed that the Supreme Court was "the weakest department of power." However through benchmark cases the court has distinguished itself.

7. The History and Function of The Senate

June 23, 2010

6. The History and Function of The Presidency

June 18, 2010

This program takes an in-depth look into the world's most powerful office. It also explores the different roles of the presidency, which include Head of State, Chief Diplomat, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, and Chief Citizen. These roles have been shaped by our nation's great leaders.

5. The History and Function of The House of Representatives

June 23, 2010

The United States House of Representatives is one of the two houses of the United States Congress (bicameral legislature). It is frequently referred to as 'the House'. The other house is the Senate.

4. The History and Function of Congress

June 18, 2010

The composition and powers of the House are established in Article One of the United States Constitution. The major power of the House is to pass federal legislation that affects the entire country although its bills must also be passed by the Senate and further agreed to by the U.S. President before becoming law (unless both houses re-pass the legislation with a two-thirds majority each).

3. The Bill of Rights

June 22, 2010

This program begins with the Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed freedom for the people in the United States of America. Many exciting facts document the trials and tribulations of this young country. From the defeat of the British, to the Constitutional Convention and into recent history, this production shows how the 3 branches work together to form our government.

2. The History and Functions of the Secretary of State

June 25, 2010

Written over 200 years ago, The Bill of Rights is considered the cornerstone of our nation's civil liberties and freedom. Many of our Founding Fathers, however, did not wish to include these rights in the Constitution. Explore the struggle between the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists to ratify the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

1. Our Federal Government

June 21, 2010

They have been called peacemakers, negotiators, and warmongers. In the United States government, the Secretary of State is the most important position in the President's Cabinet. Six Secretaries of State have become President, and the State Department is the oldest and most prolific branch of the government tree. Explore the people who have shaped the United States of America from this position.

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The History and Function of the U.S. Government is available for streaming on the Total Content Digital website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The History and Function of the U.S. Government on demand at Amazon.