Why The 1876 Presidential Election Was The Most Controversial In History
The electoral process in the United States, both locally and nationally, can be fraught with emotion, subject to accusations both false and true.
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The Untold Truth Of Joe Biden
Joe Biden's political career started early and lasted long — he was the longest-serving senator in Delaware! Here's the untold truth of his life.
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Before Thomas Dewey Ran For President, He Locked Up Mobster 'Lucky' Luciano
Many in American history made their reputation by going after the bad guys -- Eliot Ness, Wyatt Earp, Frank Hamer. Add a lawyer to the list: Thomas Dewey.
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The Most Accurate Movies And Miniseries About American Presidents
Some movies that dramatize history get important parts of the U.S. presidency right. Here are the most accurate movies and miniseries about American presidents.
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Ukraine President Zelenskyy's Original Staff Weren't Exactly Qualified For The Job
Ukraine's president Zelenskyy was famous as the star of his own TV show. When he became president, he appointed many TV friends to political positions.
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How Richard Nixon's Variety Show Appearance May Have Helped Him Win The Presidency
There's no question but that television is an incredibly powerful medium of communication. Does that also extend to actually persuading an audience?
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Former Presidents Who Ran Again After Losing Reelection
Whatever the reason, there have been a few presidents who took another bite at the apple even after voters gave them a resounding "thanks, but no thanks"
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The Myth About Theodore Roosevelt You Need To Stop Believing
President Theodore Roosevelt lived a remarkably full, accomplished life, rising above debilitating childhood illness and personal tragedy. His story is mythic.
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The Only Meeting Between Coretta Scott King And Malcolm X
Malcolm X and Coretta Scott King met exactly once. That meeting took place in Selma, Alabama, in 1965 during a campaign for voting rights. Here's what happened.
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The Truly Horrific Crime Scene Of Emmett Till
Emmett Till was a 14-year-old boy who was kidnapped and murdered in Mississippi in 1955.
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Former First Lady Gave Well Wishes To John Wayne Gacy
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter was the wife of Democratic President Jimmy Carter. However, she is in a number of photographs with dubious characters.
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The Biggest Theories About The Meaning Of Sacagawea's Name
The young Native American mother who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a bit of a mystery in history. There are even questions about her real name.
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The Magician Who Managed To Rob Jimmy Carter's Secret Service Detail
Some might call Apollo Robbins a master of sleight of hand. Others might call him a pickpocket. Which one was he when he robbed Jimmy Carter's security team?
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The Truth About President Taft's Special Seats At Yale
William Howard Taft was a Yale alumnus before he served as the 27th president. He seemed very happy to return to the school when he left the White House.
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Here's What Happened To Andrew Carnegie's Money After He Died
As the United States expanded in the late 19th century, immense fortunes were made by industrialists like Andrew Carnegie. What happened to all that money?
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What Would Be On The Shelves Of An Old West General Store?
The General Store was exactly that: general. You might find onions and oysters next to coal oil and dynamite.
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How New Presidents Move Into The White House So Quickly
The White House is a symbol, a base of operations, a public gathering space, but it's also a home to the first family, and to the families who have come before.
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This Is The First President To Work In The Oval Office
Everyone is familiar with the Oval Office in the White House, where the President of the United States works, but who was the first president to use it?
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Who Was The Shortest U.S. President?
U.S. presidents might holding a commanding political position, but some were rather short in stature. James Madison was the shortest U.S. president.
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Disturbing Details Found In Malcolm X's Autopsy Report
Activist and civil rights leader Malcolm X died 56 years ago on February 21, 1965, at the age of 39. He was giving a speech when he was boldly assassinated.
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This President Hosted The Very First Easter Egg Roll
Holidays bring their unique qualities to the pages of the calendar. Included on the list for Easter is the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.
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Did Abraham Lincoln Own Slaves?
One question about which there is little ambiguity is whether or not President Abraham Lincoln ever owned slaves.
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The Real Reason Navajo Blankets Are So Valuable
Navajo blankets have been a high price item for hundreds of years. Here is the real reason Navajo blankets are so valuable.
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This Is The Most Common Zodiac Sign For US Presidents
Presidential candidates don't usually display their star signs while campaigning. However, every president has had one and some signs are more represented.
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How Ulysses S. Grant Lost All His Money
Though he isn't as famous as Washington or Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant was still a significant historical figure. Here's how he lost all his money.
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The Real Reason Russian Presidents Have Lifetime Immunity Now
There are those who take very seriously the idea of abiding by the rule of law. And then there are those who simply change the rules they don't like.
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How Many Pets Did George Washington Have?
From Richard Nixon's dog Checkers to Joe Biden's German shepherd Commander, presidential pets are a long-standing tradition. So what about George Washington?
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