Podcast: Barbara Bush As The Matriarch Of An American Political Dynasty
Susan Page discusses the influences on Barbara Bush’s life, her views on abortion, and behind-the-curtain stories from her role as First Lady.
It’s A Perfect Time To Rediscover The Virtues Of Andrew Jackson
Bradley Birzer’s ‘In Defense of Andrew Jackson’ offers a lucid portrait of an American president who is often misunderstood and neglected, even by the conservatives who should most admire him.
Why State Of The Union Addresses Should Be Canceled Forever
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi may have intended to cancel the state of the union as a fit of pique, but it’s an excellent idea for reining in the imperial presidency.
Chivalry Links George H.W. Bush’s Legacy With George Washington’s
Civility and good manners are the hallmarks of both presidents’ leadership style. Chivalry was their secret weapon, especially in delicate situations.
Why George H. W. Bush Is America’s Greatest One-Term President
George H. W. Bush midwifed the post-Cold War era with a kind and gentle soul. We are still reaping the benefits of that today.
The Last Prudent Foreign Policy President Was George H.W. Bush
In a world largely inhabited by foreign policy ideologues with no sense of history, one can only hope George H.W. Bush’s prudence, restraint, and realist statecraft makes a comeback.
The Warm Blanket Of Anonymity
True servants of the people need not boast. This anonymous author does, so we know he is not.
Why This Year’s Midterms Are Key For Trump’s Success And Republicans’ Future
It is no exaggeration to predict that the Republican Party could become extinct if it loses both houses of Congress, and will be creaking on its legs if only the House is lost.
Barbara Bush, Mother And Wife Of Presidents, Dies at 92
Barbara and George H.W. Bush were married for 73 years, the longest marriage of any American presidential couple.
CNN’s Fawning Over JFK’s Philandering Shows Stormy Daniels Is Irrelevant
John F. Kennedy’s legacy as president is not defined by sordid affairs, and neither will Donald Trump’s be.
History Can’t Be Rewritten To Defend FDR’s Behavior At Yalta
David Woolner’s book, ‘The Last 100 Days: FDR at War and Peace,’ makes some highly disputable claims about FDR’s handing of the Yalta Conference in 1945 in order to make the dying president’s statecraft look more competent.
Barack Obama’s Presidential Portrait Fits Him Perfectly
After having a look at every portrait of every president since the very beginning, I like President Obama’s portrait. It is not only accurate, but refreshing.
We Should Abolish The Presidency If Oprah Runs
If the both parties persist in anointing whichever media star they think will win the most votes, we may have to take a hard look at why we even have a presidents.
What 1998’s Impeachment Proceedings Say About That Prospect For 2018
This new year, like 1998, will be dominated by a well-established prosecutor leading an extensive investigation into the presidency.
In Ron Chernow’s ‘Grant,’ Ulysses S. Grant Finally Gets His Due
In his new biography ‘Grant,’ Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Ron Chernow takes a fresh look at the checkered reputation of the Civil War hero and 18th president to restore his rightful place among great American leaders.
Comparing Donald Trump To Ronald Reagan Is An Insult To Reagan
Henry Olsen’s argument that Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump are comparable as presidents is not only risible but insulting to the 40th president.
Why We Should Fight About Grover Cleveland Instead Of Everything Else On The Planet
This barbaric hatred is beneath us, and call me a Pollyanna, but I truly believe it’s not too late for us to start hating each other like civilized human beings again.
5 Reasons Thomas Jefferson Was The Best Founding Father
What better time to celebrate Thomas Jefferson’s greatness than on the Fourth of July? He’s the chief author of the United States’ Declaration of Independence.
New Biography Punctures The Myths Surrounding Barack Obama
David Garrow’s new bio, ‘Rising Star,’ provides extensive—and controversial—new details about the formative years of Barack Obama.
A Good Deal Of Donald Trump’s Loneliness Is Due To His Overweening Power
Describing President Trump and his flaws, Rebecca Solnit really highlights the great flaw of the American presidency as it becomes ever more monarchical.
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