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Poetry 180: Poem 122 - "Soccer Moms"

Poem 122 - "Soccer Moms"

A poem by Paul Muldoon from the Library's Poetry 180 Project.

 

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Today in History - March 18

Today in History - March 18

On March 18, 1782, John C. Calhoun was born near Abbeville, South Carolina.  Continue reading.

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Legal Research Reports: Regulations of Nitrous Oxide in Selected Jurisdictions

The Law Library of Congress is proud to present the report "Regulation of Nitrous Oxide: Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, European Union, France, Germany, Israel, Mexico, Norway, Russian Federation, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States."

This report, prepared by staff of the Law Library of Congress, surveys laws and regulations concerning the use of nitrous oxide (also known as N2Oor laughing gas) for recreational purposes in 13 foreign jurisdictions, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, the European Union, France, Germany, Israel, Mexico, Norway, the Russian Federation (Russia), Sweden, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK). All countries surveyed attempt to restrict the circulation of nitrous oxide and limit the legal opportunity for its recreational use. This report is supplemented by references to statutes and regulations related to the recreational use of nitrous oxide and other inhalants adopted in such United States jurisdictions as Arizona, California, Florida, Louisiana, Nebraska, Oregon, and Wisconsin.

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Research Guides in Focus – Consumer Protection Law: A Beginner’s Guide

03/18/2026 08:00 AM EDT

Today's blog post announces the publication of a new research guide, Consumer Protection Law: A Beginner's Guide.

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Guess Who Just Turned 50? Lead Belly on a Milestone Disc from the Archive

03/18/2026 11:52 AM EDT

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the American Folklife Center, we take a look at the 50th disc accessioned for the Archive of Folk Song. The disc numbered AFS 50 features Huddie Ledbetter, more generally known as “Lead Belly,” singing “Go Down Old Hannah” and “In Them Long Hot Summer Days” in 1935. Lead Belly went on to be a crucial figure in blues and folk music, and these classic archival recordings show him at the beginning of his professional career. We discuss the songs as well, especially “Go Down, Old Hannah,” which was a staple of the rural south in the 1930s and especially well known as a prison song, and which remained a prominent part of Lead Belly’s performances throughout his career. We examine this all in the light of Lead Belly's relationship with John A. Lomax, which ended about the time this disc was recorded.

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Congress.gov: House Floor Today Update

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government. (03/18/2026)
Bahrain and United Arab Emirates: Cybercrime Laws Used to Curb Online Rumors Amid Regional Tensions

03/18/2026 12:28 PM EDT

In early March 2026, amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain issued public warnings against spreading rumors or false information online. Authorities stressed that sharing unverified content about security incidents could cause panic and undermine public order.Both countries are relying on existing cybercrime laws to caution the public, …

 

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Congress.gov: House Floor Today Update

Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026 (03/18/2026)
Congress.gov: House Floor Today Update

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act (03/18/2026)
Jobs and Internship Opportunities - Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations) (Vacancy#: VAR003287)

Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations) (Vacancy#: VAR003287)

  • Opening Date: March 17, 2026
  • Closing Date: March 30, 2026
  • OPM Control Number: 861495100
  • Vacancy Number: VAR003287
  • LC Organization Unit: Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Grade: GS-13
  • Series: 0201
  • Minimum Salary: $121,785.00
  • Maximum Salary: $158,322.00
  • Availability: Current and Former Federal Employees Only
  • Telework Eligibility: Remote

This position is located in Human Capital Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. The selectee for this position will join a team responsible for administering the Employee Relations program at the Library of Congress. With oversight by the Employee Relations Team leader, the incumbent advises Library management on addressing employee misconduct via a wide range of corrective, disciplinary, and adverse actions from counselings and reprimands to suspensions and removals. This work requires substantial interpretation of Library and federal regulations and drafting and reviewing documents including counseling memos, written warnings, notices of proposed adverse actions, and final decision letters, and ensuring that documentation adheres to Library policies and practices.

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Fiercely Fashionable: Tobé Coller Davis, Eleanor Lambert, and Virginia Pope

03/18/2026 04:08 PM EDT

The 20th century saw three women, Tobé Coller Davis, Eleanor Lambert, and Virginia Pope, making a mark on American fashion.

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Mandrake Problems

03/18/2026 05:36 PM EDT

In his famous Herball or Generall historie of plantes author John Gerard (c.1545-1612) includes some choice words in his entry for the mandrake root. “There have been many ridiculous tales brought up of this plant,” the herbalist bemoans, “whether of old wives or from runagate surgeons or physic mongers, I know not…” This Early Modern herbalist, gardener, and surgeon is objecting to a long and storied folk tradition. Many books contain references to and images of exactly those mandrake tales that John Gerard most scorns.

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