Bring Your Own Applause: What Donald Trump and Roman Emperor Nero Have in Common
A claque is a centuries-old showmanship technique that has been used by entertainers and politicians since the Roman Empire.
The Important Civil Rights Activist You’ve Never Heard Of
Like other African-Americans, Jeremiah B. Sanderson was intrigued by the new state of California—a free state that promised economic and social opportunity.
The Sensationalist Trial of the Century
When Charles Lindbergh became the first to fly solo across the Atlantic in 1927, the smiling visage of the ...
The Historic Echoes of Trump’s Immigration Ban
Trump's "Muslim ban" is not the first time the United States has attempted to prevent certain groups from entering the country.
Costa Rica
This Central American country was a haven for visitors long before it became a major tourist destination.
The February Revolution: Why Didn’t They Shoot?
The Russian Revolution of 1917 had two parts. The Bolshevik's October Revolution usually gets all of the attention. But what happened in February?
Some Facts About Frederick Douglass
President Trump praised abolitionist Frederick Douglass in his first remarks on Black History Month.
Jackie Robinson vs Paul Robeson: A Double Play for the Ages
In 1949, Jackie Robinson testified in front of the House Un-American Activities Committee against Paul Robeson.
What Are Executive Orders Anyway?
Donald Trump's executive orders are coming fast and furious, but what exactly are they? And why are they the Presidential go-to tactic now?
What’s With All The Petitions?
The last clause of the First Amendment guarantees the right to "petition the Government for a redress of grievances." Where did this idea come from?