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CIVICS MADE EASY

Begins Streaming Thursday, June 26, 2026 on PBS App and YouTube

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CIVICS MADE EASY

Episode 109

CIVICS MADE EASY

Episode 110

CIVICS MADE EASY

What Is The Electoral College? Ben Sheehan provides a comprehensive exploration of the Electoral College, covering its historical origins, how it operates today, its controversies, and possible reforms.
  • Original6/26/2025

CIVICS MADE EASY

Why Do Politicians Keep Asking For Money? Ben Sheehan breaks down the origins of political fundraising and the ins and outs of campaign texts, political donations, Super PACs, and dark money.
  • Original7/10/2025

CIVICS MADE EASY

“Why Do We Have Two Main Political Parties?” Ben Sheehan explores America's two-party system, its history, and why third parties struggle to compete.
  • Original7/24/2025

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Why Is Election Day a Tuesday in November? Ben Sheehan reveals why we vote on Tuesdays, who runs our elections, and how voting varies by state.
  • Original8/7/2025
  • 104

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Do Americans Have The Right to Vote? Ben Sheehan looks into where our voting rights come from and why they're more complex than you think.
  • Original8/21/2025
  • 105

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“Why Do We Know So Little About How Our Government Works?" Ben Sheehan reveals why we vote on Tuesdays, who runs our elections, and how voting varies by state.
  • Original9/4/2025
  • 106

CIVICS MADE EASY

“What is the Filibuster?" Ben Sheehan explains the filibuster's history, evolution, rules, and potential reforms.
  • Original9/18/2025
  • 107

CIVICS MADE EASY

"What Are U.S. Territories and Why Do We Have Them?" Ben Sheehan covers U.S. territories and how they became a part of America.
  • Original10/2/2025
  • 108

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