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Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright, Part III
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
McCain & Huckabee US Elections
Mike Huckabee has lost out on the presidency, but could still be nominated to run as Vice President. What effect would this have on the chances of Republican success?
us vice president • john mccain • mike huckabee • us elections • us presidency
Mike Huckabee has lost out on the presidency, but could still be nominated to run as Vice President. What effect would this have on the chances of Republican success?
us vice president • john mccain • mike huckabee • us elections • us presidency
WHEN NO ONE WON: RICHARD MENTOR JOHNSON, PART II
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
GAYS IN GOVERNMENT
Have we had a gay President or Vice President? Read this to find out. Parents are warned that some of this material may not be suitable for children.
king • buchanan • president • vice president • gay
Have we had a gay President or Vice President? Read this to find out. Parents are warned that some of this material may not be suitable for children.
king • buchanan • president • vice president • gay
Pat Buchanan: Libertarian Friend or Foe?
The article discusses the implications of Pat Buchanan's jump to the Reform Party and how that will ultimately affect the Libertarian Party.
libertarian • reform party • presidential election • pat buchanan
The article discusses the implications of Pat Buchanan's jump to the Reform Party and how that will ultimately affect the Libertarian Party.
libertarian • reform party • presidential election • pat buchanan
THE NATICK COBBLER: HENRY WILSON, PART II
Continuing from last article, we see Henry Wilson enter the U.S. Senate and rise through the ranks to become one of the most influential senators of his day. At the time of his death, he was a leading contender for his party's presidential nomination.
democratic • republican • sumner • wilson • senate
Continuing from last article, we see Henry Wilson enter the U.S. Senate and rise through the ranks to become one of the most influential senators of his day. At the time of his death, he was a leading contender for his party's presidential nomination.
democratic • republican • sumner • wilson • senate
A President's Daring Cabinet Picks
Many historians consider Abraham Lincoln to be the greatest president. One reason for this is that Lincoln daringly appointed his rivals for top cabinet positions.
abraham lincoln • president lincoln's daring cabinet picks • america's greatest president • lincoln's political rivals • 1860 presidential election
Many historians consider Abraham Lincoln to be the greatest president. One reason for this is that Lincoln daringly appointed his rivals for top cabinet positions.
abraham lincoln • president lincoln's daring cabinet picks • america's greatest president • lincoln's political rivals • 1860 presidential election
Barack Obama's Journey to the White House
On November 4, 2008, history was made and a vision was embraced when the U.S. Presidential Election was won by its first African American - Senator Barack Obama.
illinois senator to american president • obama's journey to the white house • first african-american president • presidential election of 2008 • barack obama's political campaign
On November 4, 2008, history was made and a vision was embraced when the U.S. Presidential Election was won by its first African American - Senator Barack Obama.
illinois senator to american president • obama's journey to the white house • first african-american president • presidential election of 2008 • barack obama's political campaign
Hoover's Road to the White House
Herbert Hoover's first foray into politics came when President Harding named him Commerce Secretary in 1920. It was from here that the road to the White House was paved.
herbert hoover • secretary of commerce • commerce department • presidential nomination • presidential election of 1928
Herbert Hoover's first foray into politics came when President Harding named him Commerce Secretary in 1920. It was from here that the road to the White House was paved.
herbert hoover • secretary of commerce • commerce department • presidential nomination • presidential election of 1928
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART VII)
John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson both ahd extensive experience in both houses of Congress. This experience was extremely helpful as they both worked to pass ambitious social programs, especially landmark civil rights bills. In this article, we examine their congressional service.
kennedy • johnson • senate • house • representatives
John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson both ahd extensive experience in both houses of Congress. This experience was extremely helpful as they both worked to pass ambitious social programs, especially landmark civil rights bills. In this article, we examine their congressional service.
kennedy • johnson • senate • house • representatives
Running A “Front Porch” Campaign: The Brilliance of Mark Hanna
This article examines the Election of 1896 and how William McKinley won virtually campaiging from his front porch.
campaign • massachusetts • john kerry • candidates • 19th century
This article examines the Election of 1896 and how William McKinley won virtually campaiging from his front porch.
campaign • massachusetts • john kerry • candidates • 19th century
Shirley Chisholm: a true Pioneer
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
The Life of Millard Fillmore
Born in a log cabin, Millard Fillmore demonstrated that through methodical industry and competence an uninspiring man could rise to greatness.
president fillmore • 13th president of the united states • president taylor • president trivia • president millard fillmore
Born in a log cabin, Millard Fillmore demonstrated that through methodical industry and competence an uninspiring man could rise to greatness.
president fillmore • 13th president of the united states • president taylor • president trivia • president millard fillmore
ALMOST PRESIDENT: CHARLES FAIRBANKS
Charles Fairbanks was Teddy Roosevelt's Vice Presdient. But had he not turned down the Vice Presidential nomination, he would have been President instead of Teddy. His revenge on Teddy created the Bull Moose campaign of 1912.
roosevelt • teddy • taft • fairbanks • president
Charles Fairbanks was Teddy Roosevelt's Vice Presdient. But had he not turned down the Vice Presidential nomination, he would have been President instead of Teddy. His revenge on Teddy created the Bull Moose campaign of 1912.
roosevelt • teddy • taft • fairbanks • president
Michelle Obama's Dresses Help Fashion Designers
Michelle Obama's outfits are giving a shot in the arm to some little known American designers, transforming them into a household name.
michelle obama dress • michelle obama outfit • fashion style • democratic convention • thakoon panichgul
Michelle Obama's outfits are giving a shot in the arm to some little known American designers, transforming them into a household name.
michelle obama dress • michelle obama outfit • fashion style • democratic convention • thakoon panichgul
The Rise of Abraham Lincoln
Beginning in 1847, Abraham Lincoln entered national politics, and quickly made a name for himself for his personal convictions and blunt honesty.
politics of abraham lincoln • history of the republican party • lincoln-douglas debates • presidential election of 1860 • american civil war
Beginning in 1847, Abraham Lincoln entered national politics, and quickly made a name for himself for his personal convictions and blunt honesty.
politics of abraham lincoln • history of the republican party • lincoln-douglas debates • presidential election of 1860 • american civil war
ALMOST PRESIDENT: LEVI P. MORTON
This article looks at another person who turned down the Vice Presidency, only to see someone else become President when the elected President was assassinated. A leading banker, he served as a major fund-raiser for the Repubican Party.
republican • democratic • vice president. morton • garfield • harrison
This article looks at another person who turned down the Vice Presidency, only to see someone else become President when the elected President was assassinated. A leading banker, he served as a major fund-raiser for the Repubican Party.
republican • democratic • vice president. morton • garfield • harrison
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART IX)
Gerald Ford served for more than 24 in the House of Representatives, rising to be the leader of his party in the House. His reputation for hard work and honesty made him the first Vice President selected under the provisions of the 25th Amendment, and eventualy President of the United States. In this article, we examine his Congressional record.
ford • nixon • republican • house • representatives
Gerald Ford served for more than 24 in the House of Representatives, rising to be the leader of his party in the House. His reputation for hard work and honesty made him the first Vice President selected under the provisions of the 25th Amendment, and eventualy President of the United States. In this article, we examine his Congressional record.
ford • nixon • republican • house • representatives
ALMOST PRESIDENT: HANNIBAL HAMLIN, PART II
As Vice Prsident, Hamlin was a frustrated as all the other VPs, but he managed to influence the most important document of the Lincoln administration. Learn about the highest ranking private in the Union army.
hamlin • lincoln • republican • democrat • democratic
As Vice Prsident, Hamlin was a frustrated as all the other VPs, but he managed to influence the most important document of the Lincoln administration. Learn about the highest ranking private in the Union army.
hamlin • lincoln • republican • democrat • democratic
DO YOU KNOW ME?
William Miller served in Congress for fourteen years and served as the chairman of the Republican National Committee. He was also the Republican candidate for Vice President in 1964, Barry Goldwater's running mate. For all that, he is little remembered today. But he did make a very successful commercial.
miller • goldwater • johnson • president • vice presdient
William Miller served in Congress for fourteen years and served as the chairman of the Republican National Committee. He was also the Republican candidate for Vice President in 1964, Barry Goldwater's running mate. For all that, he is little remembered today. But he did make a very successful commercial.
miller • goldwater • johnson • president • vice presdient
HIRAM JOHNSON: THE BULL MOOSE RUNNING MATE
Hiram Johnson started as a progressive politican, and was Teddy Roosevelt's running mate on the Bull Moose ticket. He is also credited with defeating Charles Evans Hughes in 1916, and guaranteeing Woodrow Wilson's re-election. An staunch isolationist, he worked hard to prevent first the League of Nations and then the United Nations.
johnson • roosevelt • progressive • progressive party • democratic
Hiram Johnson started as a progressive politican, and was Teddy Roosevelt's running mate on the Bull Moose ticket. He is also credited with defeating Charles Evans Hughes in 1916, and guaranteeing Woodrow Wilson's re-election. An staunch isolationist, he worked hard to prevent first the League of Nations and then the United Nations.
johnson • roosevelt • progressive • progressive party • democratic
Book Review: Grown Up Digital by Don Tapscott
Grown Up Digital is the latest book from the bestselling author of Growing Up Digital and Wikinomics and this book describes how the net generation is changing the world.
don tapscott • grown up digital • net generation • net geners • dumbest generation
Grown Up Digital is the latest book from the bestselling author of Growing Up Digital and Wikinomics and this book describes how the net generation is changing the world.
don tapscott • grown up digital • net generation • net geners • dumbest generation
Did US Senator Obama Plagiarize?
In a campaign speech, US Senator Obama used a portion of a former speech given by Governor Deval Patrick, but did not credit him for his work. Was this plagiarism?
obama and plagiarism • obama accused of plagiarism • clinton accuses obama of plagiarism • obama's plagiarism • obama's speech and plagiarism
In a campaign speech, US Senator Obama used a portion of a former speech given by Governor Deval Patrick, but did not credit him for his work. Was this plagiarism?
obama and plagiarism • obama accused of plagiarism • clinton accuses obama of plagiarism • obama's plagiarism • obama's speech and plagiarism
Who is Mary Jo Kopechne?
On April 18, 1969, Mary Jo Kopechne died when a car, driven by Senator Edward Kennedy, went off the road and into a tidal pond on Chappaquiddick Island, Massachussett.
who is mary jo kopechne • senator edward ted kennedy mary jo kopechne • senator edward kennedy chappaquiddick island • mary jo kopechne chappaquidick island • mary jo kopechne drowning
On April 18, 1969, Mary Jo Kopechne died when a car, driven by Senator Edward Kennedy, went off the road and into a tidal pond on Chappaquiddick Island, Massachussett.
who is mary jo kopechne • senator edward ted kennedy mary jo kopechne • senator edward kennedy chappaquiddick island • mary jo kopechne chappaquidick island • mary jo kopechne drowning
Who Will Obama Appoint Secretary of State?
America will watch closely as Barack Obama appoints the executive crew to help the President-elect govern. The Secretary of State plays a key role on that team.
barack obama • president-elect • secretary of state • cabinet • greg craig
America will watch closely as Barack Obama appoints the executive crew to help the President-elect govern. The Secretary of State plays a key role on that team.
barack obama • president-elect • secretary of state • cabinet • greg craig
2008 U.S. Senate Races Very Tight
The 2008 U.S. Senate elections could significantly change the way business is done in Washington regardless of who is elected president this year.
2008 u.s. senate races • 2008 presidential election • veto-proof majority • barack obama • john mccain
The 2008 U.S. Senate elections could significantly change the way business is done in Washington regardless of who is elected president this year.
2008 u.s. senate races • 2008 presidential election • veto-proof majority • barack obama • john mccain
A Biography of John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States and he was the first Catholic president. His first term was suddenly cut short by his assassination in 1963.
a biography of john f. kennedy • a profile of the most famous us president-jfk • jfk • john f. kennedy • jfk and world war ii
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States and he was the first Catholic president. His first term was suddenly cut short by his assassination in 1963.
a biography of john f. kennedy • a profile of the most famous us president-jfk • jfk • john f. kennedy • jfk and world war ii
A Powerful Nineteenth-Century Voting Bloc
In 1860, New England academics and radicals supported a largely unknown Westerner for president. That year, this voting bloc helped Abraham Lincoln win the White House.
eastern intelligentsia • abraham lincoln • 1860 election • abolitionists • henry ward beecher
In 1860, New England academics and radicals supported a largely unknown Westerner for president. That year, this voting bloc helped Abraham Lincoln win the White House.
eastern intelligentsia • abraham lincoln • 1860 election • abolitionists • henry ward beecher
America’s Political Families
John Adams and his son started it, but the Bush, Roosevelt, Kennedy,Gore and Taft Families have come closest to establishing American political dynasties.
america's political families • american political dynasties • the clintons • bill and hillary clinton • john quincy adams
John Adams and his son started it, but the Bush, Roosevelt, Kennedy,Gore and Taft Families have come closest to establishing American political dynasties.
america's political families • american political dynasties • the clintons • bill and hillary clinton • john quincy adams
An Undemocratic Democratic Primary
Disturbing events and behavior by leading Democrats has tainted the Democratic Presidential Nomination, leaving many voters and their delegates understandably frustrated.
undemocratic primary • the super delegate • manipulating delegates • michigan and florida controversy • disturbing democratic primary
Disturbing events and behavior by leading Democrats has tainted the Democratic Presidential Nomination, leaving many voters and their delegates understandably frustrated.
undemocratic primary • the super delegate • manipulating delegates • michigan and florida controversy • disturbing democratic primary
Democrat George Bancroft
George Bancroft, better known as a preeminent historian in the 1800's, got actively involved in politics of the Jacksonian era and beyond.
george bancroft • democrat • nineteenth century historian • jacksonian • james k. polk
George Bancroft, better known as a preeminent historian in the 1800's, got actively involved in politics of the Jacksonian era and beyond.
george bancroft • democrat • nineteenth century historian • jacksonian • james k. polk
How Obama Can End the Primary Race
Sen. Barack Obama is close to clinching the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. Now he can remove the final rationale for Hillary Clinton's campaign.
barack obama • hillary clinton • democratic party • primary • presidential race
Sen. Barack Obama is close to clinching the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. Now he can remove the final rationale for Hillary Clinton's campaign.
barack obama • hillary clinton • democratic party • primary • presidential race
Mormonism and the White House
Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney may have trouble winning media and widespread approval if he is not able to cast his faith in the Mormon religion positively.
mitt romney presidential bid • religion and politics • faith and white house • mormonism media campaign • coverage candidates 2008
Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney may have trouble winning media and widespread approval if he is not able to cast his faith in the Mormon religion positively.
mitt romney presidential bid • religion and politics • faith and white house • mormonism media campaign • coverage candidates 2008
PATRICIA ROBERTS HARRIS
Profile of Patricia Roberts Harris, the first black female cabinet member, first black female ambassador and first black female to serve in the United Nations.
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Profile of Patricia Roberts Harris, the first black female cabinet member, first black female ambassador and first black female to serve in the United Nations.
african americans african american women u.s. am
President Barack Obama Biography
Barack Obama has become the first African-American President of the United States and inspires millions with his words of hope and belief in the American people.
barack obama • african american • president • united states • biography obama
Barack Obama has become the first African-American President of the United States and inspires millions with his words of hope and belief in the American people.
barack obama • african american • president • united states • biography obama
Repetitive CNN News is Boring News
Presidential campaign bloopers, electioneering hype, running mate selection, kidnapped child, star's murder: Crises after crises, life goes on, but somehow CNN doesn't.
cnn repetition boring • recycled stories not news • cnn gridlock deadly • atch dogs of american freedom • serving and preserving democracy
Presidential campaign bloopers, electioneering hype, running mate selection, kidnapped child, star's murder: Crises after crises, life goes on, but somehow CNN doesn't.
cnn repetition boring • recycled stories not news • cnn gridlock deadly • atch dogs of american freedom • serving and preserving democracy
Republican Party Diversity
Republican Party efforts to rebuild itself in the post-Bush years have produced a higher level of diversity in leadership backgrounds. Will it change GOP policies?
republican party diversity • 2009 gop leadership • rainbow coalition • bobby jindal indian american louisiana governor • minnesota governor tim pawlenty
Republican Party efforts to rebuild itself in the post-Bush years have produced a higher level of diversity in leadership backgrounds. Will it change GOP policies?
republican party diversity • 2009 gop leadership • rainbow coalition • bobby jindal indian american louisiana governor • minnesota governor tim pawlenty
SHIRLEY CHISHOLM: Congresswoman
Profile of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American women elected to Congress, and first woman to be considered as a presidential candidate.
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Profile of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American women elected to Congress, and first woman to be considered as a presidential candidate.
african american women african americans african
The 2008 West Virginia Primaries
A victory has been slated for Clinton in the state of West Virginia but as she trails Obama and others call for her to quit, it's unlikely that a win will save her.
hillary clinton • barack obama • 2008 west virginia primary • democratic primary • united states presidential race
A victory has been slated for Clinton in the state of West Virginia but as she trails Obama and others call for her to quit, it's unlikely that a win will save her.
hillary clinton • barack obama • 2008 west virginia primary • democratic primary • united states presidential race
The Emmys and Politics Take Center Stage
The nominations for the Emmy Awards for the 1999 television season have been announced. We look at some of the nominees. Also, we examine the lack of coverage by the broadcast networks of the upcoming Republican Convention; This week in television history.
emmy awards • the sopranos • west wing • nancy marchand • michael j. fox
The nominations for the Emmy Awards for the 1999 television season have been announced. We look at some of the nominees. Also, we examine the lack of coverage by the broadcast networks of the upcoming Republican Convention; This week in television history.
emmy awards • the sopranos • west wing • nancy marchand • michael j. fox
The Great Secretaries of State
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
The Life of Franklin Pierce
Franklin Pierce became President at a time of apparent calm. Thanks to the Compromise of 1850, the United States seemed to have weathered a possible crisis.
the life of franklin pierce. franklin pierce • 14th president of the united states • president franklin pierce • franklin pierce new hampshire • franklin pierce hillsborough
Franklin Pierce became President at a time of apparent calm. Thanks to the Compromise of 1850, the United States seemed to have weathered a possible crisis.
the life of franklin pierce. franklin pierce • 14th president of the united states • president franklin pierce • franklin pierce new hampshire • franklin pierce hillsborough
The Life of Rutherford B Hayes
President Hayes won one of the most fiercely contested elections in American history. Hayes brought dignity, honesty and moderate reform to the White House.
the life of rutherford b hayes • the 19th president of the united states • rutherford b hayes • hayes enters politics • hayes american civil war
President Hayes won one of the most fiercely contested elections in American history. Hayes brought dignity, honesty and moderate reform to the White House.
the life of rutherford b hayes • the 19th president of the united states • rutherford b hayes • hayes enters politics • hayes american civil war
The Ron Paul Campaign for Liberty
Ron Paul knew he wouldn't get the Republican presidential nomination, but that was never his main goal. He's fighting for widespread libertarian influence and victory.
republican national convention protest • ron paul republicans • take back the gop • 2008 presidential race • ron paul revolution
Ron Paul knew he wouldn't get the Republican presidential nomination, but that was never his main goal. He's fighting for widespread libertarian influence and victory.
republican national convention protest • ron paul republicans • take back the gop • 2008 presidential race • ron paul revolution
Third Parties from the GOP
In 1872 and 1912, a liberal or progressive faction of the Republican party broke away to organize their own party and nominate a candidate for president.
third parties • gop • republican party • liberal republicans • progressives
In 1872 and 1912, a liberal or progressive faction of the Republican party broke away to organize their own party and nominate a candidate for president.
third parties • gop • republican party • liberal republicans • progressives
Understanding the Constitution
The 2008 Election season offers fertile ground for civic education, providing a living laboratory for understanding the US Constitution.
civic education • understanding the constitution • understanding the bill of rights • 2008 election • american government
The 2008 Election season offers fertile ground for civic education, providing a living laboratory for understanding the US Constitution.
civic education • understanding the constitution • understanding the bill of rights • 2008 election • american government
Who is David Paterson?
A blind man will become New York state's first black Governor. What makes him the right person for the role? Will braille become part of the Governor's office procedure?
david paterson is ny governor • democrat is new governor • blind man is new york's governor • new york first black governor • who is david paterson
A blind man will become New York state's first black Governor. What makes him the right person for the role? Will braille become part of the Governor's office procedure?
david paterson is ny governor • democrat is new governor • blind man is new york's governor • new york first black governor • who is david paterson
ABRAHAM AND MARY : Love Is Eternal
A look at the love that filled the life of the man who stood behind the shadows of the Civil War.
lynne remick • abraham • lincoln • abraham lincoln • mary todd
A look at the love that filled the life of the man who stood behind the shadows of the Civil War.
lynne remick • abraham • lincoln • abraham lincoln • mary todd
ALMOST PRESIDENT: HANNIBAL HAMLIN, PART III
After he lost re-nomination for Vice President, Hamlin still had a major influence on the issues of the times. Learn how the fascinating political figure ended his career.,After he lost re-nomination for Vice President, Hamlin still had a major influence on the issues of the times. Learn how the fascinating political figure ended his career.
hamlin • lincoln • democrat • democratic • republican
After he lost re-nomination for Vice President, Hamlin still had a major influence on the issues of the times. Learn how the fascinating political figure ended his career.,After he lost re-nomination for Vice President, Hamlin still had a major influence on the issues of the times. Learn how the fascinating political figure ended his career.
hamlin • lincoln • democrat • democratic • republican
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