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#civil-rights
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Today in History: August 24, Hurricane Andrew strikes Florida

August 24 encompasses major historical events: Hurricane Andrew's 1992 devastation, 1814 Washington burnings, Alaska Territory creation, Earhart's coast-to-coast flight, and Pluto's demotion.
History
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
1 week ago

Creole Mutiny: The Most Successful Slave Revolt in US History

The Creole Mutiny resulted in the successful liberation of 19 enslaved men, redirecting the ship to British territory where slavery was abolished.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Historian Rebukes Trump Imposing His Own Views of US History on the Smithsonian

The White House plans to review Smithsonian exhibits to align them with President Trump's interpretation of U.S. history.
#history
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

A Third Presidential Term Was Once Unthinkable

FDR's election to a third term in 1940 broke long-standing traditions and established a new precedent in U.S. presidential elections.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

A Third Presidential Term Was Once Unthinkable

FDR's election to a third term in 1940 broke long-standing traditions and established a new precedent in U.S. presidential elections.
#historical-events
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

'The goal is to survive': NYC school for immigrants faces an uncertain future under Trump

Students from various countries visited the White House, expressing hopes while grappling with the fear caused by the political climate and immigration policies.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Britain urged to let hero Afghans bring their families to UK after major data leak

Aid for Afghan refugees compromised by data breach necessitates family reunification.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Mihm: How Big Corn sabotaged Big Sugar to serve us high fructose

In 1971, the chemist Yoshiyuki Takasaki, working in Chiba City, Japan, patented the process to create high fructose corn syrup, revolutionizing sweeteners.
Food & drink
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: July 27, Korean War hostilities end

July 27 marks several significant historical events, including the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement in 1953.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

It was politically impossible' to draw back from Iraq War, new files claim

Government files indicate that withdrawal from the Iraq War would only be possible with Saddam Hussein's surrender.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

What Will Become of the C.I.A.?

Douglas J. MacEachin expressed a sense of melancholy during a 1988 Senate hearing, stating that the Soviet Union's existence was deeply tied to the global political outlook. He highlighted a critical concern for analysts: "If the Soviet Union disappears, what will become of those who made their careers analyzing it?" Such major geopolitical shifts posed not only a challenge to their worldviews but also to their professional relevance, as he remarked, "There are not many homes for old wizards of Armageddon."
US politics
#student-movements
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: July 12, Disco Demolition Night

The Chicago White Sox's Disco Demolition Night caused a riot, leading to the team's forfeit of the second game of a double-header.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
1 month ago

James K. Polk

James K. Polk pursued expansionism, settling Oregon boundary disputes and leading the Mexican-American War, resulting in significant territorial gains for the United States.
#supreme-court
Toronto Raptors
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter Has Died at 85

Justice David Souter's independent thinking significantly influenced the Supreme Court, contrasting sharply with more recent nominees.
His passing reflects both a personal loss and a shift in judicial philosophy in American politics.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

America has a major birthday coming up here's what to expect for the big 2-5-0

Parades, pageants, flag-waving and fireworks will all play a role in the United States Semiquincentennial celebrations leading up to July 4, 2026.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Political violence is quintessentially American

The U.S. history of violence deeply influences its current political climate, marked by systemic issues and a culture of political violence.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

16 things to watch to educate yourself about systemic racism

Fictional movies or dramatizations of real stories can be equally illuminating in understanding history.
Black Lives Matter
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why a professor of fascism left the US: The lesson of 1933 is you get out'

Prof. Marci Shore argues that the U.S. faces a critical moment reminiscent of historical authoritarianism, urging caution and proactive measures.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: June 13, first Pentagon Papers excerpts published

The New York Times started publishing the Pentagon Papers on June 13, 1971, revealing critical secrets about the Vietnam War.
June 13 marks significant historical events, including key Supreme Court rulings and international diplomacy.
#military-parade
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
US politics

Big Tech quietly sponsors Trump's military parade party

Taxpayer funds are financing a military parade in Washington, supported significantly by major tech company donations.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Washington DC

What's the message behind Trump's military parade?

The planned military parade by President Trump is unprecedented and reflects a shift in tradition regarding military displays in the U.S.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Big Tech quietly sponsors Trump's military parade party

Taxpayer funds are financing a military parade in Washington, supported significantly by major tech company donations.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

What's the message behind Trump's military parade?

The planned military parade by President Trump is unprecedented and reflects a shift in tradition regarding military displays in the U.S.
#donald-trump
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Washington DC

Trump Announces 7 Military Bases Reverting Back to Names Honoring Confederates

Trump is restoring the names of Confederate officers to seven U.S. military bases previously renamed during the Biden Administration.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
US politics

Historians alarmed as Trump seeks to rewrite US story for 250th anniversary

Trump embraces a nostalgic view of history, prioritizing personal narrative over factual knowledge and ignoring historical complexities.
Washington DC
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Trump Announces 7 Military Bases Reverting Back to Names Honoring Confederates

Trump is restoring the names of Confederate officers to seven U.S. military bases previously renamed during the Biden Administration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Historians alarmed as Trump seeks to rewrite US story for 250th anniversary

Trump embraces a nostalgic view of history, prioritizing personal narrative over factual knowledge and ignoring historical complexities.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Max Boot: Trump is playing with fire by putting troops on the streets of LA

Historical caution is advised for presidents deploying troops in domestic unrest situations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Reform UK chairman Zia Yusuf resigns as civil war in party deepens

Independent journalism is crucial in covering complex stories fairly and openly.
Reform UK faces internal chaos amid leadership changes and public controversies.
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: June 4, the Tiananmen Square Massacre

Tiananmen Square protests were violently crushed by Chinese troops in 1989.
The U.S. declared war for the first time against Britain in 1812.
The 19th Amendment was approved by Congress, advancing women's voting rights.
The Dunkirk evacuation demonstrated significant military strategy during WWII.
fromWorldhistory
2 months ago

Red Dead's History by Tore C. Olsson (Book Review)

In his unique approach to teaching US history, Olsson utilizes Red Dead Redemption II to engage students and address the perceived boredom in traditional history courses.
History
#trump
fromtime.com
3 months ago

When Policymakers Ignore Economists' Warnings the Results Have Historically Been Catastrophic

History demonstrates that relying on ideology and intuition over rigorous economic analysis leads to disastrous outcomes, as evidenced by the concerns surrounding Trump’s tariff policy.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Photos show the eruption of Mount St. Helens, the worst volcanic disaster in US history, 45 years ago

When Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980, it caused enormous devastation, leading to significant changes in US volcanic monitoring and preparedness.
Portland food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Pope Leo's grandfather was immigrant from Sicily, genealogists reveal

Evidence of Pope Leo XIV's immigrant ancestry underscores the U.S.'s legacy of complex racial dynamics, illuminating how personal narratives shape national policy perspectives.
US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How the Iran-Contra Scandal Impacts American Politics Today

The Iran-Contra scandal reveals the disregard for democracy by Reagan officials and its implications for contemporary governance.
fromThe American Conservative
3 months ago

Trump's WWI Victory Day Is a Bad Idea

President Trump's assertion overlooks the American military's limited contribution in World War I, ranking only eighth in allied fatalities and neglecting the vast sacrifices of other nations.
Right-wing politics
#vietnam-war
fromtime.com
3 months ago
US politics

How We Oversimplified the History of the Vietnam War

The end of the Vietnam War marked a crucial historical moment for both the U.S. and Vietnam, shaping national narratives on military involvement.
The evacuation of Saigon remains a symbol of American military miscalculations and conflicting perspectives on the Vietnam War.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
US politics

How We Remember the Vietnam War 50 Years Later

The Vietnam War's legacy continues to affect veterans, refugees, and American political culture fifty years after Saigon fell.
US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How We Remember the Vietnam War 50 Years Later

The Vietnam War's legacy continues to affect veterans, refugees, and American political culture fifty years after Saigon fell.
Healthcare
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Rise of Medical Fascism

Medical fascism gradually integrates healthcare into authoritarian control, eroding ethics and promoting state violence.
The U.S. medical system has a long history of complicity in repressive actions against marginalized communities.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Impossibly Intertwined History of the Americas

US history cannot be viewed in isolation; it is deeply intertwined with Latin America's history and identity.
US news
fromtime.com
4 months ago

What Netflix's Oklahoma City Bombing Documentary Reveals About the Deadly Terror Attack

The Oklahoma City bombing remains a pivotal moment in U.S. history, highlighting domestic terrorism and its profound impact.
Timothy McVeigh's motivations and the chilling aftermath are explored in-depth through a new documentary.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

April 15: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Conscription for military purposes is vital to the United States now that this country has entered the war. Our success or failure pivots on military support.
NYC music
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