Memories of the Watergate Scandal have grown dim. I came of age in the 70’s and Watergate was a central event in my understanding of what it meant to be an American. My association with it grew even stronger when in 1976 my Mother moved into an apartment in the…
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SUPER BOWL SLEDGEHAMMER
It is that time of year again. Super Bowl! Kansas City versus Philadelphia. The game will be played in New Orleans. Hard to believe that this is the 59th Super Bowl and I have been alive for each one. Kansas City was in the first Super Bowl and lost to…
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BABY BOOMERS: TAIL END OF THE SNAKE
1946 to 1964 the Baby Boom generation came into being. An incredible burst of procreation after the apostasy of the Second World War.
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The Day the U.S. Invaded Canada and Lost: The War of 1812
When you think of U.S. military history, victories like the Revolutionary War, World War II, and even underdog triumphs like the Battle of the Alamo come to mind. But what about the time America tried to invade Canada? Spoiler: It didn’t go well. In fact, it went so poorly that…
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What is a Presidential Pardon?
The presidential pardon is one of the most extraordinary and controversial tools in the president’s arsenal. Rooted in the need for justice tempered by mercy, the ability to forgive federal crimes has been a fixture of the American presidency since the Constitution was drafted. While its origins reflect a commitment…
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Everything You Need To Know About Attending The Inauguration
Attending the Inauguration is not as difficult as you may think. Most people, if they can pass a government background check and vetting, can join the good times front row. The inauguration of a U.S. President is one of the most significant events in American democracy. Every four years, on…
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George Washington’s Secret Weapon: Invisible Ink
During the American Revolution, the battlefield wasn’t just on the front lines—it was in secret back rooms, whispered exchanges, and apparently invisble ink. General George Washington, revered for his leadership and military strategy, was also a master of espionage. One of his lesser-known but critical tactics involved invisible ink, a…
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The 17 Year Old That Created The Modern United States Flag: Robert Heft
The Assignment: In 1958, Robert G. Heft was a 17-year-old junior at Lancaster High School in Ohio. When his history teacher assigned a class project to design a new U.S. flag, Heft decided to go beyond the conventional. At the time, the United States had 48 states, but Heft anticipated…
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Original Intent
Original Intent; We hear these words spoken with reverence whenever there is a discussion of how to interpret the Constitution.
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Cynicism is Easy. Optimism is tough. Be tough.
The founders assembled in 1787 with the original intent that they would amend the Articles of Confederation.