Biden joins rare group of presidents who choose not to seek re-election
America has experienced sitting presidents choosing not to seek re-election before, making Biden's decision part of a rare historical occurrence.
Why is the US election on a Tuesday in November? What to know, in 500 words
US presidential elections occur on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition established in the mid-1800s.
Die-hard New York Post fan saves covers declaring Trump's presidential wins as keepsakes
A dedicated Trump supporter has preserved historic New York Post editions celebrating his presidential victories, believing firmly in his political impact and policies.
Biden joins rare group of presidents who choose not to seek re-election
America has experienced sitting presidents choosing not to seek re-election before, making Biden's decision part of a rare historical occurrence.
Why is the US election on a Tuesday in November? What to know, in 500 words
US presidential elections occur on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition established in the mid-1800s.
Die-hard New York Post fan saves covers declaring Trump's presidential wins as keepsakes
A dedicated Trump supporter has preserved historic New York Post editions celebrating his presidential victories, believing firmly in his political impact and policies.
Military interventions in the U.S. reflect complex motivations beyond imperialism, shaping global dynamics and raising questions about current and future involvement.
How to watch the Biden-Trump presidential debate and what the pros are watching for
The upcoming presidential election debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump is highly anticipated and considered crucial due to the close race and the polarized state of the country.
US Presidential Election of 1800
The 1800 presidential election marked a significant political turning point in the US, ending Federalist dominance and leading to Jefferson's presidency.
How to watch the Biden-Trump presidential debate and what the pros are watching for
The upcoming presidential election debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump is highly anticipated and considered crucial due to the close race and the polarized state of the country.
US Presidential Election of 1800
The 1800 presidential election marked a significant political turning point in the US, ending Federalist dominance and leading to Jefferson's presidency.
The Electoral College: Why do we have it and how does it - or doesn't it - work
The Electoral College, established in 1787, was intended to balance electors' decisions with public influence, yet it has faced criticism for undemocratic outcomes.
Newspaper Stories Show What Life in Washington Was Like When Jimmy Carter Was Born - Washingtonian
Jimmy Carter is the first former US President to reach 100, with significant historical context at his birth including political campaigns and a major World Series.
Today in History: October 22, Apollo 7 returns with a splash
Apollo 7's safe return in 1968 marked a significant stride in space exploration.
Reform UK divided as senior figures say Tommy Robinson supporters are our friends'
The article discusses divisions within the Reform UK party regarding their stance on Tommy Robinson.
Scott Bakula on playing Lincoln: The timing made a lot of sense to me'
Scott Bakula's role in 'Mister Lincoln' resonates with children and draws parallels between Lincoln's era and contemporary political divides.
The Electoral College: Why do we have it and how does it - or doesn't it - work
The Electoral College, established in 1787, was intended to balance electors' decisions with public influence, yet it has faced criticism for undemocratic outcomes.
Newspaper Stories Show What Life in Washington Was Like When Jimmy Carter Was Born - Washingtonian
Jimmy Carter is the first former US President to reach 100, with significant historical context at his birth including political campaigns and a major World Series.
Today in History: October 22, Apollo 7 returns with a splash
Apollo 7's safe return in 1968 marked a significant stride in space exploration.
Reform UK divided as senior figures say Tommy Robinson supporters are our friends'
The article discusses divisions within the Reform UK party regarding their stance on Tommy Robinson.
Scott Bakula on playing Lincoln: The timing made a lot of sense to me'
Scott Bakula's role in 'Mister Lincoln' resonates with children and draws parallels between Lincoln's era and contemporary political divides.
The election will be televised: 70 years of TV ads for US voters
Political Advertisements 1952-2024 critically examines 70 years of U.S. political advertising, revealing complex historical narratives through the evolution of television spots.
President Biden criticized Supreme Court's current alignment as the furthest from U.S. history; warned about potential Trump-appointed Justices and impact on the Court.
How Liberal Blunders Handed the Right the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court's current term is dominated by a conservative 6-3 majority, impacting significant areas of law and governance.
Tracking The Moves Of The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has convened in five buildings across three U.S. cities, showcasing its historical adaptability and resilience.
Biden Attacks Supreme Court at LA Fundraiser
President Biden criticized Supreme Court's current alignment as the furthest from U.S. history; warned about potential Trump-appointed Justices and impact on the Court.
How Liberal Blunders Handed the Right the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court's current term is dominated by a conservative 6-3 majority, impacting significant areas of law and governance.
Tracking The Moves Of The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has convened in five buildings across three U.S. cities, showcasing its historical adaptability and resilience.
The Surprising Story of How Peaches Became an Icon of the U.S. Southeast
Indigenous peoples were pivotal in the spread of peaches across the eastern U.S., following their introduction by Spanish colonists.
Biden to apologise for Indigenous boarding school policy in US
President Biden will formally apologize for the historical wrongdoing regarding Indigenous children in boarding schools, marking a significant shift in U.S. government acknowledgment.
What the history of blasphemy laws in the US and the fight for religious freedom can teach us today
79 countries enforce blasphemy laws, some imposing death penalties, while the U.S. has a complex history of blasphemy regulation and protection.
Trump Threatens to Defund Schools for Teaching US History
Trump plans to defund schools teaching accurate U.S. history, advocating for state control over educational content and threatening federal funding.
The Ambivalent History of Indigenous People and U.S. Citizenship
Indigenous People's Day marks 100 years since the Indian Citizenship Act, revealing complexities of Native American citizenship and sovereignty issues.
19 Messed-Up Facts About US History That I'm Almost Positive You Didn't Learn In Grade School
The article highlights overlooked historical injustices in US history, urging readers to confront and challenge what they learned in school.
The Ambivalent History of Indigenous People and U.S. Citizenship
Indigenous People's Day marks 100 years since the Indian Citizenship Act, revealing complexities of Native American citizenship and sovereignty issues.
19 Messed-Up Facts About US History That I'm Almost Positive You Didn't Learn In Grade School
The article highlights overlooked historical injustices in US history, urging readers to confront and challenge what they learned in school.
Today in History: October 13, Chilean miners rescued after 69 days underground
Key historical events occurred on October 13, including the rescue of 33 miners in Chile in 2010 and the laying of the White House cornerstone in 1792.
Today in History: September 11, al-Qaeda attacks the United States
September 11 marks significant historical events, notably the 2001 terror attacks that continue to define security policies and remembrance in the U.S.
Today in History: August 23, the largest farm worker strike in U.S.
The Salad Bowl strike of 1970 represented a pivotal moment in labor rights advocacy, mobilizing thousands for farm workers' rights.
Today in History: September 14, Roosevelt becomes youngest US president
September 14 marks notable historical events, including the deaths of important figures and anniversaries of significant moments in U.S. history.
Today in History: October 13, Chilean miners rescued after 69 days underground
Key historical events occurred on October 13, including the rescue of 33 miners in Chile in 2010 and the laying of the White House cornerstone in 1792.
Today in History: September 11, al-Qaeda attacks the United States
September 11 marks significant historical events, notably the 2001 terror attacks that continue to define security policies and remembrance in the U.S.
Today in History: August 23, the largest farm worker strike in U.S.
The Salad Bowl strike of 1970 represented a pivotal moment in labor rights advocacy, mobilizing thousands for farm workers' rights.
Today in History: September 14, Roosevelt becomes youngest US president
September 14 marks notable historical events, including the deaths of important figures and anniversaries of significant moments in U.S. history.
Recent hurricanes have caused over $200 billion in damage
Recent hurricanes have caused significant loss of life and extensive damage across multiple states, underscoring the increasing severity of these weather events.
Today in History: October 10, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns
Key historical events occurred on October 10, influencing U.S. political landscape, military actions, and the pursuit of children’s rights.
Recent hurricanes have caused over $200 billion in damage
Recent hurricanes have caused significant loss of life and extensive damage across multiple states, underscoring the increasing severity of these weather events.
Today in History: October 10, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns
Key historical events occurred on October 10, influencing U.S. political landscape, military actions, and the pursuit of children’s rights.
George Washington established the presidency. How much of it would he recognize now?
The Founding Fathers initially envisioned the presidency as a limited role, contrasting sharply with its current perception as the most powerful office in the world.
These U.S. Presidents Had The Highest Military Ranks
Military service is a common aspect of presidential backgrounds, but not a requirement for effective leadership as the Commander in Chief.
George Washington established the presidency. How much of it would he recognize now?
The Founding Fathers initially envisioned the presidency as a limited role, contrasting sharply with its current perception as the most powerful office in the world.
These U.S. Presidents Had The Highest Military Ranks
Military service is a common aspect of presidential backgrounds, but not a requirement for effective leadership as the Commander in Chief.
Today in History: September 17, Occupy Wall Street movement begins
September 17 is historically significant, marking the signing of the U.S. Constitution and various critical events in U.S. history.
Why Does the U.S. Use Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time aims to optimize daylight use but raises health and safety concerns due to biannual clock changes.
US remembers 9/11 terror attack 23 years on
The 9/11 attacks have left lasting impacts on American society, politics, and global relations 23 years later.
John Adams' Favorite Dessert Was His Wife's Apple Pan Dowdy - Tasting Table
Abigail Adams was a progressive figure whose impact extended beyond being a housewife and dessert maker, advocating for women's rights and against slavery.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 organized western land governance, prohibited slavery expansion, and established a pathway for new states to join the Union.
Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836
Vice Presidents face substantial challenges in transitioning to the presidency; only George H.W. Bush succeeded since 1836.
Why gift card fraud slips through the cracks of America's banking regulation system
Banking fraud protections in the U.S. have historically lagged behind criminal strategies due to the evolution of the banking system.
August 17: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Historical significance of Margaret Taylor's death as a rare occurrence
Lincoln used humor to address his appearance during a campaign speech
Discovery of a note from missing fliers captured public interest
Arrest of a Columbia University student highlights youth involvement in 1944
15 vice presidents who became president themselves
Fifteen former vice presidents have gone on to become president of the United States.
Biden pulls out: How rare is it for sitting US presidents to withdraw?
Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race due to public pressure, making him the first sitting president to do so in over 50 years.
In the 1970s, an Anti-Gay Moral Panic Was Sweeping the Country. Then, It Reached California.
A moral panic in the 1970s led to a campaign against LGBTQ+ individuals led by a California politician, impacting U.S. history.
The country did a complete 180 on a once-divisive issue starting 20 years ago
Same-sex marriage was once a divisive issue in the US, with most Americans opposing it, leading to political consequences at the state and national levels.
Revisited - The lasting legacy of Prohibition in the United States
Alcohol Prohibition in US history
Some states still remain 'alcohol-free'
The Red Scare Overlapped With Another State-Sanctioned Panic: The Black Scare
The Black Scare and Red Scare were intertwined state-sanctioned panics that emerged in the United States in the early twentieth century.
Charisse Burden-Stelly's book, Black Scare / Red Scare, explores the conjoined nature of these panics and their connection to U.S. capitalist racist society.
The Guardian view on Trump's shooting: America's future must be set by voters, not the gun | Editorial
The attempted assassination of Donald Trump sheds light on the history of political violence in the US.
Juneteenth Reminds Us That "Black Freedom" Is an Ongoing Project
Celebrating Juneteenth reflects a history of incomplete freedom for Black people in the US.
Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.
Juneteenth Reminds Us That "Black Freedom" Is an Ongoing Project
Celebrating Juneteenth reflects a history of incomplete freedom for Black people in the US.
Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.