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constitutional amendments

Illinois Judges: Who Picks the Next One?

January 15, 2026

In Illinois, judges have a unique way of choosing their successors. When a judge steps down, other judges often pick who will fill the vacant seat. This is not a new practice. It has been part of the state's constitution since 1970. Mary Jane Theis, a judge from Chicago, is about to retire. She has

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Trump's Third Term: The Loophole Debate

March 31, 2025

The idea of a president serving more than two terms has sparked intense debate. The 22nd amendment clearly states that no one can be elected to the presidency more than twice. This amendment was put in place after Franklin D. Roosevelt served an unprecedented four terms. It was ratified in 1951,

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Why the Electoral College Isn’t Fair Anymore

November 5, 2024

The Electoral College is a weird system that doesn't make sense today. It was set up a long time ago to balance power between big and small states. But now, it makes some votes matter more than others. For example, a vote in a small state like Wyoming counts more than a vote in a big state like Cali