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#vietnam-war
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Seeking to heal the country, Jimmy Carter pardoned men who evaded the Vietnam War draft

Carter's first act as president was to pardon Vietnam War draft evaders, aiming for national healing amid deep divisions.
fromtime.com
7 hours ago
US politics

How We Remember the Vietnam War 50 Years Later

The Vietnam War's legacy continues to affect veterans, refugees, and American political culture fifty years after Saigon fell.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Photography

50 Years Ago in Photos: A Look Back at 1975

1975 marked a significant year in history with the end of the Vietnam War and major cultural events.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
US news

Draft, Debt, and Dollars: 20 Lesser Known Facts About the Vietnam War

The Vietnam War profoundly impacted American society, showcasing the complexities of military involvement and its long-lasting effects.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Seeking to heal the country, Jimmy Carter pardoned men who evaded the Vietnam War draft

Carter's first act as president was to pardon Vietnam War draft evaders, aiming for national healing amid deep divisions.
US politics
fromtime.com
7 hours ago

How We Remember the Vietnam War 50 Years Later

The Vietnam War's legacy continues to affect veterans, refugees, and American political culture fifty years after Saigon fell.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Photography

50 Years Ago in Photos: A Look Back at 1975

1975 marked a significant year in history with the end of the Vietnam War and major cultural events.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
US news

Draft, Debt, and Dollars: 20 Lesser Known Facts About the Vietnam War

The Vietnam War profoundly impacted American society, showcasing the complexities of military involvement and its long-lasting effects.
more#vietnam-war
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
NYC music

Today in History: April 27, deadly tornadoes strike the Southeast

April 27 marks significant historical events, including the 2011 Super Outbreak which resulted in 319 tornado-related deaths, the worst day of tornadoes in the U.S. since 1925.
#trump
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago
World politics

What America Means to Latin Americans

Trump's executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America may unintentionally broaden the concept of America to include Latin America.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Panama Canal: What you need to know now DW 01/08/2025

Trump's assertion about the death toll in Panama Canal construction is exaggerated, as actual figures suggest far fewer American deaths.
The sovereignty of the Panama Canal belongs to Panama, despite historical claims by the United States.
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago
World politics

What America Means to Latin Americans

Trump's executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America may unintentionally broaden the concept of America to include Latin America.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Panama Canal: What you need to know now DW 01/08/2025

Trump's assertion about the death toll in Panama Canal construction is exaggerated, as actual figures suggest far fewer American deaths.
The sovereignty of the Panama Canal belongs to Panama, despite historical claims by the United States.
more#trump
#authoritarianism
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
Healthcare

The Rise of Medical Fascism

Medical fascism gradually integrates healthcare into authoritarian control, eroding ethics and promoting state violence.
The U.S. medical system has a long history of complicity in repressive actions against marginalized communities.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
World politics

The Impossibly Intertwined History of the Americas

US history cannot be viewed in isolation; it is deeply intertwined with Latin America's history and identity.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
Healthcare

The Rise of Medical Fascism

Medical fascism gradually integrates healthcare into authoritarian control, eroding ethics and promoting state violence.
The U.S. medical system has a long history of complicity in repressive actions against marginalized communities.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago
World politics

The Impossibly Intertwined History of the Americas

US history cannot be viewed in isolation; it is deeply intertwined with Latin America's history and identity.
more#authoritarianism
US news
fromtime.com
1 week ago

What Netflix's Oklahoma City Bombing Documentary Reveals About the Deadly Terror Attack

The Oklahoma City bombing remains a pivotal moment in U.S. history, highlighting domestic terrorism and its profound impact.
Timothy McVeigh's motivations and the chilling aftermath are explored in-depth through a new documentary.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
NYC music

April 15: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Conscription is deemed essential for military success and food production in the U.S. during wartime.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Solong sailor lost in North Sea wanted to work hard for his family'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of free journalism and on-the-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dancing On Ice judge Christopher Dean fights back tears in DC plane crash tribute

The tragedy of a plane crash claimed the lives of 67 individuals, including ice skating athletes and coaches, marking a significant loss for the community.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Government denies talks with Caribbean nations over slave trade reparations

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in addressing complex societal issues like reparations and colonialism.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Inside the fragile harmony between rural town's locals and the down from Londons'

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism and on-the-ground reporting during critical moments in U.S. history.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Solong sailor lost in North Sea wanted to work hard for his family'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of free journalism and on-the-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dancing On Ice judge Christopher Dean fights back tears in DC plane crash tribute

The tragedy of a plane crash claimed the lives of 67 individuals, including ice skating athletes and coaches, marking a significant loss for the community.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Government denies talks with Caribbean nations over slave trade reparations

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in addressing complex societal issues like reparations and colonialism.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Inside the fragile harmony between rural town's locals and the down from Londons'

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism and on-the-ground reporting during critical moments in U.S. history.
more#journalism
#retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Social justice

7 Key Moments in the History of Social Security

Social Security is vital for 71 million Americans, providing essential benefits for retirement, disability, and more.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Social justice

7 Key Moments in the History of Social Security

Social Security is vital for 71 million Americans, providing essential benefits for retirement, disability, and more.
more#retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

The Alien Enemies Act, Used by Trump to Deport Venezuelans, Has Long Been Contentious

The Alien Enemies Act of 1798 allows the U.S. to summarily deport immigrants during wartime, a rarely invoked and controversial law.
US news
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Documents Released About JFK's Assassination Reveal Covert CIA Operations

Recent release of JFK assassination documents reveals intriguing details about CIA operations, calling into question the agency's past activities.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Health Insurance in America

The U.S. healthcare system's reliance on employer-provided insurance leads to significant gaps in coverage for many individuals.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

For Women's History Month, NPR wants to know who has made an impact in your life

Women’s History Month celebrates women's contributions to history, starting from 1982 as a week and recognized officially in 1987.
Up First seeks personal accounts of impactful women for its upcoming newsletter.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: February 25, Muhammad Ali wins heavyweight title

February 25 marks significant historical events, such as Muhammad Ali becoming heavyweight champion and the swearing-in of the first African American senator.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Royal authority': Jeffrey Toobin explores the US presidential pardon in his new book

Presidential pardons replicate royal authority and have been a tool for U.S. presidents for over 200 years.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
US news

Today in History: February 20, John Glenn becomes first American to orbit the Earth

John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth on February 20, 1962.
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld vaccination laws in 1905 to protect public health.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Much Do You Really Know About the American Civil War?

The American Civil War's legacy shapes modern U.S. society and understanding of its history is essential for interpreting current conflicts.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The US Military Budget and the President Who Grew It by 39%

Republican presidents typically increase military budgets; Democrats reduce them.
Political strategy often drives inflated military budget proposals.
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

You might be surprised by when the bald eagle became our national bird

Bald eagle officially designated the national bird of the U.S. by President Biden on December 24, 2024, after 240 years of informal recognition.
#donald-trump
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

America First's Forgotten Founder

President Trump praised William McKinley during his inaugural address, referencing his impact on tariffs and wealth.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's inauguration falls on MLK Day. That overlap is pretty rare

The rare overlap of Inauguration Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day highlights significant moments in American history and civil rights.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Photos show what the presidential inauguration looked like 100 years ago

Calvin Coolidge's second inauguration in 1925 was historic for being the first live radio broadcast of an inauguration.
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

America First's Forgotten Founder

President Trump praised William McKinley during his inaugural address, referencing his impact on tariffs and wealth.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's inauguration falls on MLK Day. That overlap is pretty rare

The rare overlap of Inauguration Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day highlights significant moments in American history and civil rights.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Photos show what the presidential inauguration looked like 100 years ago

Calvin Coolidge's second inauguration in 1925 was historic for being the first live radio broadcast of an inauguration.
more#donald-trump
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

These New Yorkers arrested and prosecuted for roles in Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection pardoned by President Trump | amNewYork

Trump pardoned individuals accused or convicted of roles in the Jan. 6 insurrection on the first day of his second administration.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Average American Doesn't Know These Founding Fathers Facts

The average American is largely unaware of the Founding Fathers' contributions to U.S. history.
#jimmy-carter
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Carter's Funeral Brings Five Presidents Together, a Rarity

Five living presidents gathered for the first time since 2018 at Jimmy Carter's funeral, marking a rare historical event.
US news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

What to know about Jimmy Carter funeral in D.C., Jan. 9 federal holiday

Jimmy Carter will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol for two days, with public memorials honoring him from Georgia to Washington D.C.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

January 9th is a national day of mourning for Jimmy Carter: What's closed for the holiday, including stock markets and post offices

January 9 is a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, with closures of federal offices and stock markets.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jimmy Carter Understood That No One Ever Wants to Turn Off the Lights

Jimmy Carter's presidency marked a significant advance in environmental policy, establishing initiatives that influenced modern approaches to climate crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Jimmy Carter to be honored in Washington funeral and laid to rest in Georgia

Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived US president, will be honored with a state funeral and a national day of mourning following his death.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Carter's Funeral Brings Five Presidents Together, a Rarity

Five living presidents gathered for the first time since 2018 at Jimmy Carter's funeral, marking a rare historical event.
US news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

What to know about Jimmy Carter funeral in D.C., Jan. 9 federal holiday

Jimmy Carter will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol for two days, with public memorials honoring him from Georgia to Washington D.C.
Left-wing politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

January 9th is a national day of mourning for Jimmy Carter: What's closed for the holiday, including stock markets and post offices

January 9 is a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, with closures of federal offices and stock markets.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jimmy Carter Understood That No One Ever Wants to Turn Off the Lights

Jimmy Carter's presidency marked a significant advance in environmental policy, establishing initiatives that influenced modern approaches to climate crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Jimmy Carter to be honored in Washington funeral and laid to rest in Georgia

Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived US president, will be honored with a state funeral and a national day of mourning following his death.
more#jimmy-carter
Writing
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

When Will We Make January 6 a Day of Commemoration?

The events of January 6, 2021, should be commemorated, not whitewashed, to honor the impact on democracy.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

You are what you see and if you don't see yourself in history, you don't believe you're part of that culture'

The Presente! exhibition highlights Latino contributions to U.S. history, promoting representation and inspiring future generations.
It features significant figures like Pura Belpre and Sonia Sotomayor, showcasing diverse Latino identities.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
3 months ago

Martin Van Buren Created America's Partisan Political System. We're Still Recovering

Martin Van Buren established the party system that shaped American politics, advocating for unity through party principles rather than personal preferences.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Are America's Most Armed WWII Tanks

U.S. involvement in WWII significantly shifted the war's direction, showcasing strategic tank development that impacted military technology for years to come.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

The Largest Immigration Surge in U.S. History

The U.S. is experiencing its largest immigration surge in history, with net migration expected to exceed eight million since 2021.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Today in History: December 6, Hugo Chavez elected president of Venezuela after staging bloody coup attempt

Hugo Chavez's election in 1998 marked a pivotal moment in Venezuelan politics, reflecting deep changes in the country's governance.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Today in History: November 25, John F. Kennedy laid to rest at Arlington

Notable events of November 25 include the funeral of JFK, the last British troop evacuation, and the birth of the Iran-Contra affair.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Die-hard New York Post fan saves covers declaring Trump's presidential wins as keepsakes

A dedicated Trump supporter has preserved historic New York Post editions celebrating his presidential victories, believing firmly in his political impact and policies.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Are the Newest Medal of Honor Recipients From Each State

The Medal of Honor represents the highest military recognition in the U.S., symbolizing exceptional valor and inspiring future generations.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

This Was America's Fastest Plane During World War II

The U.S. dramatically increased aircraft production during WWII, showcasing rapid technological advancements and military strategy development.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Millions of Americans Still Benefit From These Depression-Era Public Works Projects

The Great Depression led to a dramatic shift in government involvement in the economy through programs like the New Deal.
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