This event examines the insurrection on the U.S. Capitol on 1/6, the second impeachment of President Trump, and the Inauguration of President Biden. Panelists include Teaching and Learning Librarian Dr. Troy Swanson, Orange Coast College Journalism Professor Dr. Jeremy Shermak, and Political Science Professor Kevin Navratil. We will examine the significance of 1/6 and what… Continue reading The Divided States of America: Insurrection, Impeachment, and Inauguration (video)
Category: Political Science
2020 Post-Election Discussion (video)
Political Science professors Merri Fefles-Dunkle and Kevin Navratil discuss the results from the 2020 Presidential, House, Senate, and Graduated Income Tax Amendment. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Download the MP3 audio: http://lib.morainevalley.edu/public/eventpodcasts/15-09_2020_libraryevents.mp3
The Electoral College: How does it work and should it be updated?(video)
Political Science professor Kevin Navratil will discuss why the Electoral College was created, the process of electing the president, and benefits and drawbacks of this electoral system versus electing the president by a nationwide popular vote. This event is organized by the MVCC Democracy Commitment. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Download the… Continue reading The Electoral College: How does it work and should it be updated?(video)
Super Tuesday: 2020 Nomination Election Panel (video)
Political Science Professor’s Deron Schreck, Merri Fefles, and Kevin Navratil will examine the 2020 Nomination Elections, key races, the Illinois Primary and any other questions you may have about the 2020 Nomination Election. This is event is open to all and is sponsored by the by the Democracy Commitment. Visit our podcast page Listen in… Continue reading Super Tuesday: 2020 Nomination Election Panel (video)
REGISTER TO VOTE ONLINE – Last Chance Before the Primary
Have you put off your voter’s registration? This is your last opportunity to register online to vote! March 1, 2020, is the deadline to vote in the Primary which is on March 17, 2020. Here is the website with all of the information: click on State of Illinois Board of Elections. Got your list of… Continue reading REGISTER TO VOTE ONLINE – Last Chance Before the Primary
What’s New Wednesdays-Politics
With Super Tuesday approaching, and Illinois state elections not far after, this week’s WNW focuses on politics and civil liberties. Look for the display case past the Reference desk, heading towards the back of the Library. If you need assistance locating these books don’t hesitate to “Ask a Librarian.” If you’d like to place a… Continue reading What’s New Wednesdays-Politics
2020 Impeachment Discussion: Context and Background on the Impeachment of President Donald Trump (video)
Political Science faculty members will be discussing the impeachment process in general and, specifically, the impact of President Trump’s impeachment. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Read transcript (with audio) Download the MP3 audio: http://lib.morainevalley.edu/public/eventpodcasts/14-1_29_2020_libraryevents.mp3
Why You Should Be a Voter (video)
This event will provide information to help you find out whether you are registered to vote, where to vote, offices that you can vote for in 2020, why this election is so important, and why you should be a voter. This event is part of the Democracy Commitment programming. Visit our podcast page Listen in… Continue reading Why You Should Be a Voter (video)
Evaluating the Primary and Caucus System (video)
Political Science Professor Dr. Deron Schreck will examine the unique process in the U.S. of nominating presidential candidates. The United States will begin the 2020 nomination process starting with the Iowa Caucus on February 3rd 2020. This event will examine primaries, caucuses, delegates, superdelegates, and answer questions you may have about the 2020 Election. Visit… Continue reading Evaluating the Primary and Caucus System (video)