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T wo hundred years ago, on July 4, 1826, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died within hours of each other. Today, this is usually recalled, when it’s recalled at all, as trivia.
Why it matters: T wo hundred years ago, on July 4, 1826, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died within hours of each other. Today, this is usually recalled, when it’s recalled at all, as trivia.
George Washington, this nation’s first general, its inaugural president, the eponym of its capital city, left one of his most indelible marks on America from afar.
Why it matters: George Washington, this nation’s first general, its inaugural president, the eponym of its capital city, left one of his most indelible marks on America from afar.
A federal court has given President Donald Trump's administration permission to reinstall its interpretive panels at the site of President George Washington's home in Philadelphia
Why it matters: A federal court has given President Donald Trump's administration permission to reinstall its interpretive panels at the site of President George Washington's home in Philadelphia
Colonial Americans were drinking coffee long before they dumped tea into Boston Harbor or fought a war for independence. The establishments that served it were already brewing revolutionary ideas.
Why it matters: Colonial Americans were drinking coffee long before they dumped tea into Boston Harbor or fought a war for independence. The establishments that served it were already brewing revolutionary ideas.
New York mayor’s remarks at city hall to come just hours before Trump is set to deliver address at Mount Rushmore Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, is expected to deliver a speech on Friday morning to mark...
Why it matters: New York mayor’s remarks at city hall to come just hours before Trump is set to deliver address at Mount Rushmore Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, is expected to deliver a speech on Friday morning to mark...
America's 250 years have been divided into 47 presidencies, served by 45 men. A new exhibit on display in the lobby of Goldman Sachs' global headquarters in New York City brings each presidency to life.
Why it matters: America's 250 years have been divided into 47 presidencies, served by 45 men. A new exhibit on display in the lobby of Goldman Sachs' global headquarters in New York City brings each presidency to life.
So what would Mark Twain—a man never at a loss for opinions—make of America on the 250th anniversary of its birth? He wouldn’t be surprised to be asked, or bashful about answering.
Why it matters: So what would Mark Twain—a man never at a loss for opinions—make of America on the 250th anniversary of its birth? He wouldn’t be surprised to be asked, or bashful about answering.
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese-American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Why it matters: Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese-American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Official White House Photo by Pete Souza President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Malia Obama watch the Fourth of July fireworks from the roof of the White House on July 4, 2014.
Why it matters: Official White House Photo by Pete Souza President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Malia Obama watch the Fourth of July fireworks from the roof of the White House on July 4, 2014.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People and the public voice behind “Y.M.C.A.,” has died at 74. The song’s afterlife shows how pop culture becomes political currency — and who benefits when it does.
Why it matters: Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People and the public voice behind “Y.M.C.A.,” has died at 74. The song’s afterlife shows how pop culture becomes political currency — and who benefits when it does.
Subscribe here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Overcast | Pocket Casts President Trump wanted to paint the Reflecting Pool that sits between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial a deep shade of blue;...
Why it matters: Subscribe here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Overcast | Pocket Casts President Trump wanted to paint the Reflecting Pool that sits between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial a deep shade of blue;...
César Chávez Day observances have been renamed, postponed, or canceled in several states after sexual abuse allegations surfaced. The fight is now about who gets honored in publ...
Why it matters: César Chávez Day observances have been renamed, postponed, or canceled in several states after sexual abuse allegations surfaced. The fight is now about who gets honored in publ...
This story is mostly a fight over Cesar Chavez’s legacy, not a clear government action. It matters because public memory shapes how people understand labor, identity, and accoun...
Why it matters: This story is mostly a fight over Cesar Chavez’s legacy, not a clear government action. It matters because public memory shapes how people understand labor, identity, and accoun...