History
When Things Went Off the Rails, Revisited
The Constitution is not in force in any meaningful way. But it didn’t get like this overnight – not even close. So when did things go “off the rails” of the constitutional system? You might be surprised to hear how early it happened – and things just keep...
Conscience, Muse and First Lady of the Revolution: Mercy Otis Warren
Mercy Otis Warren was one of the most formidable intellectuals in eighteenth-century America. Her prolific writing on the most important issues of the time, along with her massive history of the Revolution also earns her the title of America’s first female historian.....
Today in History: Minutemen Established
On this date in 1774, the first Minutemen companies were established in Massachusetts. On Sept. 21, 1774, patriot leaders met in Worcester, Massachusetts, in response to the British seizure of gunpowder and munitions from a magazine in Charlestown earlier that month....
Warnings Ignored: George Washington’s Farewell Address
September 19, 1796 – Pres. Washington published his farewell address to “friends and fellow-citizens.” It was filled to the brim with warnings of political dangers the people must avoid to prevent despotism. They’ve been almost completely ignored for...