The 22nd Amendment, which established term limits for the Presidency of the United States, passed with some bipartisan support.
Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) became the first openly LGBT senator in 2012.
Explore current and historical political parties, map party control, and learn about polarization.
After almost a decade of ignoring or stigmatizing the victims of HIV/AIDS, Congress agrees to pass the Ryan White CARE Act, which funds the life-saving drug AZT for low-income or uninsured patients. Four senators including Sen. Jesse Helms vote against the act.
Despite opposition from conservative groups, Justice O'Connor was confirmed unanimously
