60-Second Civics Podcast

By Center for Civic Education

60-Second Civics is a daily podcast that provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation's government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes relate... more

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The podcast currently has 1,775 episodes available.

60-Second Civics Podcast episodes:

December 05, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4185, Congress and the Supreme Court Limit the President: The Power of the Presidency, Part 23
Congress, the Supreme Court, and public opinion limit the power of the president. Find out how on today's 60-Second Civics podcast

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December 04, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4184, Congress Can Limit a President's Power: The Power of the Presidency, Part 22
Congress has a number of ways to limit the power of presidents. For example, Congress can refuse to ratify treaties and decline to confirm presidential nominees. Congress can even refuse to fund the president's programs or abolish agencies.

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December 03, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4183, Check and Balances on the President: The Power of the Presidency, Part 21
The president's power is limited by a few different methods. For example, an amendment to the Constitution limits the president to two elected terms in office. Another powerful check on the president's power is Congress. Learn about more of the ways the president's powers are limited on today's podcast.

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December 02, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4182, Executive Orders: The Power of the Presidency, Part 20
Why have executive orders increased in recent years? Find out on today's podcast.

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December 01, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4181, Two Reasons for the Growth of Executive Power: The Power of the Presidency, Part 19
The president recommends legislation to Congress. The executive branch also plays an important role in determining federal regulations and elaborating laws. These factors have led to the growth of executive power.

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November 30, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4180, The Balance of Power: The Power of the Presidency, Part 18
ver time, power has flowed between Congress and the executive branch.

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November 29, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4179, Congress and the Court Reign in the President: The Power of the Presidency, Part 17
Can Congress and the Supreme Court reign in the power of the president? You bet.

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November 28, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4178, Wars, Emergencies, and FDR: The Power of the Presidency, Part 15
What does the Constitution say about presidential powers during emergencies or crisis? The answer may surprise you.

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November 27, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4177, Wars, Emergencies, and FDR: The Power of the Presidency, Part 15
With the support of Congress, FDR responded to the multiple crises that occurred during his administration.

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November 26, 2020 60-Second Civics: Episode 4176, Diplomat in Chief: The Power of the Presidency, Part 14
How is the president America's diplomat in chief? Find out on today's podcast.

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FAQs about 60-Second Civics Podcast:

How many episodes does 60-Second Civics Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 1,775 episodes available.