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It is difficult to have not noticed that the Presidential Election in the United States of America has been somewhat controversial. The same conclusion can be drawn about 'Brexit'. The implications of these events will keep historians, political analysts and indeed educators busy for many years. Regardless of your political leanings there are genuine implications for educators in these events and a considered response now and in the coming months (even years) will be required. 

Wordles of numerous US Presidential State of the Union speeches.

Both of these virtual museum activities look like great additions to a modern history collection. Especially neat are the oval office tapes  in the President's Desk Exhibit

Where Google and politics come together

Really interesting audio recordings and transcripts from the White House. Section for classroom use too!