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Daniel Tompkins: absentee vice president

New York Governor Daniel Tompkins served ably during the War of 1812. However, the war sapped his health, energy and finances. His accomplishments and abilities made Tompkins presidential timber. In 1816, the governor served as James Monroe’s running...

The Cold War: cooperation and betrayal (1963-1980)

After the Cuban Missile Crisis, the U.S. and U.S.S.R. engaged in strategic engagement culminating in détente. The crisis frightened both sides leading to agreements and dialogue. Nixon believed the two intractable foes needed to cooperate...

Disco never died

Disco first appeared in the early sixties, but did not attain popularity until the following decade. Disco originated in the gay and black communities and appeared to be burning out when Saturday Night Fever reinvigorated the fad. By the late...

Former Attorney General Nicholas Katzenbach dies

Nicholas Katzenbach is a forgotten hero. His efforts have been overshadowed by his era’s giants. Katzenbach served an integral part on the front lines of the civil rights era. His efforts led to positions in the Justice and...

The War of 1812: disaster at Queenston Heights (October 13, 1812)

The United States and Great Britain went to war in 1812. The British hijacked American ships and kidnapped crewmembers to serve in their navy leading to the conflict. The U.S. was not prepared militarily or economically for the conflict...

America in the fifties: placid and rebellious

In popular imagination, the fifties represent a placid conformist time. In reality, the decade burned white hot with insecurities and conflict. The world of Leave it to Beaver was inundated with many of the same issues that plagued the late...

Tipper Gore's war on the First Amendment

In 1992, Bill Clinton heavily courted the youth vote. In the end, he won the 18-24 demographic by 13 points over President George H.W. Bush. However, some young people had reservations over Tipper Gore. Clinton tapped Gore'...

Lance Parrish: Detroit's Big Wheel in the 80s

Tim McCarver described Lance Parrish as a “bull” for his toughness. The Tigers called him “Big Wheel” because he made the team go. During his tenure with Detroit, Parrish was the premier catcher in the...

The Bird Game: June 28, 1976

The Bird was the word around baseball in 1976. The rookie right-hander emerged from nowhere to captivate the nation. The young man’s antics, childlike innocence, idiosyncrasies and penchant for winning games enthralled fans. His signature moment occurred...

The 1936 election: Roosevelt defies history

In 1932, voters swept Franklin Roosevelt into the White House desperately hoping the Democrat could rescue the country from the ravages of the Great Depression. After four years, the depression continued to rage. Critics lambasted the New Deal as a...

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Daniel Tompkins: absentee vice president

The Cold War: cooperation and betrayal (1963-1980)

Disco never died

Former Attorney General Nicholas Katzenbach dies

The War of 1812: disaster at Queenston Heights (October 13, 1812)

America in the fifties: placid and rebellious

Tipper Gore's war on the First Amendment

Lance Parrish: Detroit's Big Wheel in the 80s

The Bird Game: June 28, 1976

The 1936 election: Roosevelt defies history

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