Walt Whitman: A Voice of America
Whitman’s legacy is not merely poetic. It is philosophical, national, human.
US History
John Marshall: The Justice Who Defined the Supreme Court
Today, every Supreme Court ruling, every debate over federalism or judicial power, owes something to John Marshall.
Edgar Allan Poe: The Mastermind Behind Modern Horror
That is where Poe lives. That is where he whispers. And that, perhaps, is why we keep reading.
Andrew Jackson: A Legacy of Native American Oppression
Andrew Jackson harnessed popular democracy to expand slavery, concentrate executive power, and uproot sovereign nations.
The Legacy of Black Hawk: A Sauk Leader’s Fight for His People
The city of Saukenuk overlaid onto the present city of Rock Island, which stands in its place.
Key Issues Shaping U.S. Presidential Elections
The United States presidential elections have long been a battleground for some of the nation’s most pressing and divisive issues. … Read more
Canada’s Historic Treasures: 5 Must-Visit National Historic Sites
Canada’s rich tapestry of history is woven into its many landmarks, each narrating a chapter of the nation’s past. From … Read more
Discover Michigan’s Historic Towns: The Top 10 Addresses
Michigan’s journey began long before European settlers arrived. Indigenous Peoples, including the Anishinaabek tribes such as the Odawa, Ojibway, and … Read more