The Electoral College, a compromise between the founders of the Constitution, has allowed states to select their own electors ...

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Courtesy of the Historical Society of the Nyacks 1776 map of Upper Nyack’s six farms. Major Smith’s house is the closest ...

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As one of the original 13 Colonies and the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents, Virginia is a state steeped in history. But with breathtaking shoreline spanning thousands of miles, unique coastal ...

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Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Quad Cities is served by several major roads (I-88 ... View Western Illinois University-Quad Cities in a larger, detailed map.

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