The Perpetual Paranoid Style in American Politics
The "paranoid style" isn't so much periodical as it is perpetual.
Looks Matter, Even in Politics
Research suggests that a candidate's looks play an integral part in whether they are electable or not.
How Supreme Court Nominations Became Political Battles
The battle to secure Supreme Court justices has a long and contentious history.
Should Archivists Document Collective Memory?
Collective memory can be a useful addition to the documentation of history.
Before Flint: How Americans Chose Lead Poisoning
The United States, unlike other Western nations, did not take a firm stance on lead-based products until much later--despite knowing the health risks.
Afghanistan’s Ancient and Beautiful Minaret of Jam
The Minaret of Jam, located in Afghanistan's Ghur province, provided a vantage point for the call to prayer. It remained hidden and forgotten until 1886.
How Septima Poinsette Clark Spoke Up for Civil Rights
The daughter of a slave, Septima Clark graduated from college, became a teacher, and became a fierce advocate for social and cultural change.
The Love Birds of Valentine’s Day
A little history behind the love birds that inspired Chaucer to invent Valentine's Day, the well-known celebration of love.
A Formerly Enslaved Woman Successfully Won a Case for Reparations in 1783
In one of the earliest examples of reparations, an ex-slave named Belinda petitioned the government and was granted an annuity.
Understanding the Evangelical Vote
A look at what evangelical voters want and expect from major Presidential candidates.