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What Is In The Oath Of Office?

We hear the presidential oath of office every four years, which basically gives the incoming president the keys to the proverbial car. So what is this oath and who created the words that each president has said when taking office?

We vow to explain it all here!

Laying Down The Law On "Sedition" vs. "Treason" vs. "Insurrection" vs. "Coup"

Terms like "sedition" and "insurrection" have taken over the media since the storming of the US Capitol building in January. What do they all mean?

Educate yourself on the differences here.

What Are Antibodies, And Do They Kill Viruses?

Even without a vaccine, the body can build antibodies against COVID-19, so what does that mean? Here’s a primer on antibodies and immunity, and their relation to viruses.

Build up your knowledge with this article.