‘Exiles of Erin.’ Xenophobia, Nativism and Syracuse’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Like elsewhere in America, the Irish of Syracuse faced widespread prejudice and discrimination in the 19th century.
Community events in San Diego County: From Fiesta de la Cuadrilla to chili cookoff
ANZA BORREGO Events at desert state park The Anza-Borrego Foundation hosts a number of activities this week at the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, including a Guided Driving Tour from 8:30 a.m. to ...
Family Lore: Review of ‘Boutwell: Radical Republican and Champion of Democracy’ by Jeffrey Boutwell
As the purpose and meaning of the 14th Amendment are once again debated, it’s well worth learning more about one of its primary authors: George S. Boutwell.
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Upcountry History: Women’s Right to Vote
The Upcountry History Museum brings us this week’s this week in history nugget. THIS DAY IN 1872, SOUTH CAROLINA ...
Who Is George E. Siple? Republican Wants Veteran's Grave Dug Up
Pennsylvania Representative Scott Perry introduced a bill on Tuesday to disinter a veteran's remains from a military cemetery.
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A Republican-backed bill would upend voter registration. Here are 8 things to know
Congressional Republicans are pushing legislation that would make sweeping changes to voter registration, including requiring ...
What 1860s Prussia Can Teach Us About Constitutional Crises
A constitutional crisis in 1860s Prussia could teach Americans the importance of public participation in democracy.
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What Republican Motherhood Taught Me about Civic Responsibility
The politics of the early republic weren’t so different from those of today—often messy, fiercely competitive, and driven by ...