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This poignant biographical tribute was delivered in honor of Theodore Roosevelt following his passing. Known affectionately as T.R., Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. (1858 – 1919) was a multifaceted American figure – an author, naturalist, explorer, historian, and the 26th President of the United States. As a prominent leader of the Republican Party and the founder of the Progressive Party, he is celebrated for his dynamic personality, diverse accomplishments, and pivotal role in the Progressive Movement. His adventurous spirit and cowboy persona further defined his legacy. Henry Cabot ...

Congress is the least liked and perhaps least understood part of government. But it’s vital to our constitutional government. Congress is the only branch equipped to work through our diverse nation’s disagreements and decide on the law. To better understand the First Branch, join host Kevin Kosar and guests as they explain its infrastructure, culture, procedures, history, and more.

In the third chapter of Macaulays monumental History of England from the Accession of James II, we delve into the fascinating state of the nation in 1685. Macaulay examines various aspects of life during this period, including the population, revenue, military organization, transportation networks, and the bustling cities‚most notably London, with its vibrant coffee houses and pioneering street lighting initiatives. While this chapter offers a refreshing shift from Macaulays usual political focus, he still skillfully weaves in political intrigue, ensuring that the narrative remains engaging ...

Jefferson is often cited as an important figure in early American democracy. He envisioned democracy as an expression of society as a whole, and called for national self-determination, cultural uniformity, and education of all the people (or all the males, as he believed at the time). His emphasis on uniformity did not envision a multiracial republic in which some groups were not fully assimilated into the identical republican values.