Special Features
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How Can a Party Unite?
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The Perfect Eight
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General Article
Protecting the President
The Big Burn
It was the largest fire in American history: by the time it was all over, more than three million acres had burned and at least 78 firefighters were dead.
The Mine Wars
The coal miners' battle for dignity led to the largest armed insurrection since the American Civil War.
Space Men
They were the first to brave the unknown.
Then & Now
Running for President
Since our country's first Presidential election in 1788, the strategies of those campaigning have changed dramatically. Although the tactics that presidential hopefuls used in the early days of our country's history are still relevant, those who seek to be the Commander in Chief today must embrace a vast array of strategies that invite constant exposure and accountability.
My American Experience
Which of the First 25 Presidents is Your Favorite?
From George Washington (1789-1797) to William McKinley (1897-1901), who is your favorite? Was it one of the Adams', Jefferson, or any of the other founding fathers? Or was it Andrew Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, or James Garfield? Which of the new country's leaders most helped shape America's identity in its first century of existence? Who was the most influential, and who had the most impact on the country we live in today? Share your story.
Or click here to share your favorite 20th-century American president.
Series Blog
Red, White, and Blue: The Meaning Behind America’s Flag
Every Fourth of July people all across the United States celebrate our country's independence with parades, memorials, and barbeques. The sky is lit up with red, white, and blue fireworks with every participant decked out in stars and stripes. But few Americans stop to wonder about the true meaning of our nation’s greatest symbol. What is the story behind the flag's stars and stripes?
