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The History (and Rejection) of Military Parades
On October 23, 1789, President George Washington traveled north to Boston as part of his northern tour.
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Inspiration in an Unexpected Place
A letter that symbolizes the moment and why it matters
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Keep Your Enemies Close
The history and context behind the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 - and why that context matters today.
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Soft Power
What it means, why it matters, and where it started.
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Don't Give Up the Ship
In 1813, the British navy imposed a blockade of Boston Harbor. The War of 1812 had been raging for over a year and American forces were eager to break…
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Reflecting on Two Presidents
and their complicated legacies
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If the men of the country won't save Mount Vernon...
...the women will.
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A History of Cabinet Appointments
...and why they matter
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Why I Vote
I realized earlier this week that this newsletter is the last time I’ll write to you before the election.
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