Library Guides: GOVT 2305: Federal Government: Getting started

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This guide is intended to cover resources to supplement all Federal Government courses.

	U.S. Legislature Covers the House of Representatives and Senate. Includes government and fact checking websites.
	U.S. Judicial System A summary of the judicial branch, including the supreme court and federal courts.
	U.S. Executive Branch An overview of the roles and officials of the executive branch.
	Sources Recommended databases, eBooks, study guides, and video tutorials.
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The Constitution of the United States
Transcripts and images of the U.S. Constitution and amendments.
Bill of Rights
The meaning and history of the Bill of Rights. Includes transcripts and images.
The Declaration of Independence
Meaning, and history of the declaration of independence. Includes images of the document and the stone engraving.

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