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Sketches of The American Founders: Jefferson

by Jacques Berkeley in History, August 25, 2009
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Thomas Jefferson, Statesman and Lawyer.

The Christian States of America

by Dean Snyder in Religion, July 30, 2009
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A critique of the religious right from a Conservative Libertarian and Deist.

The Democratic Freedom Caucus

by JasonB in Politics, April 28, 2009
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The Democratic Freedom Caucus, (DFC), is a caucus within the United States Democratic Party. The DFC’s platform is based upon the principles of economic liberty, personal liberty, limited government, and social responsibility.

Interesting Facts About the Presidents on Washington’s Birthday

by Cardinalsfan in History, February 17, 2009
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Washington’s Birthday is a federal holiday that was first implemented in 1880 for all government offices in the District of Columbia. Since then, it has grown into a federal holiday, and in many places it is called Presidents’ Day, honoring not only Washington but all of the presidents.

Differences of Opinion: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson

by Dialga in History, January 8, 2009
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An interesting comparison between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson – two historic Americans with similar views, but very different outlooks on life.

United States of America Declaration of Independence: New 21st Century Version

by Dialga in History, November 13, 2008
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A modern English translation of the Declaration of Independence, re-written so that 21st century people like you and me can understand it better and easier than ever before. God bless America!

Monticello Seen From the Other Side

by Lucas Dié in History, November 10, 2008
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Just in time for this historic moment when the first Afro-American President will enter the White House, Annette Gordon-Reed’s The Hemingses Of Monticello: An American Family is published by Norton. It’s quite a different story about the second family of a historic President.

An Early American History

by well versed in History, October 15, 2008
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A brief history of particular events that greatly shaped America and it’s history.

George Washington: His Legacy

by larcha 51 in History, August 31, 2008
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This passage describes Washington’s lasting legacy on American history, discussing his involvement in the French and Indian War, his leading position as leading commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, and his reputation as being a noble person.

Red, White and Boom

by Juliane Elliott in History, July 4, 2008
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The well known star-spangled symbols of America.

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