A discussion on the relationship between the United States, Russia, and China.Presented by the L.G. Chaffee Endowed Chair of Global and Comparative Politics

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Cat Tales How we learned to live with them...Join us for an exciting conversation with CSUDH Anthropology Professor Emeritus Dr. Jerry More about his new book exploring the long, fascinating history of our relationship with cats!

Learn what executive orders are and how U.S. presidents use them to shape government policy in this Quick Civics episode. This video clearly explains how executive orders work, why presidents rely on them, and how they direct federal agencies like the FBI, EPA, and Department of Education to enforce laws.Explore real-world examples—from Reagan’s global gag rule to Obama’s DACA protections and Trump’s travel ban—to understand how executive orders can have the force of law, especially when Congress does not act. You’ll also learn why executive orders exist in a constitutional gray area and how they can be challenged, overturned, or limited by Congress, the Supreme Court, or future presidents.Perfect for students, educators, and anyone interested in U.S. government, presidential powers, and civics, this video breaks down executive orders in simple, easy-to-understand terms while showing their real impact on American policy and democracy.