How Richard Nixon Became An Unwelcome April Fools' Day Joke
Some NPR listeners in 1992 were duped by an April Fools' Day joke that reportedly had listeners calling in to express their outrage. Here's the story.
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George Washington's Tragic Death Explained
George Washington died suddenly on December 14, 1799, just two years after he left office as the first President of the United States.
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Lyncoya: The Tragic Story Of Andrew Jackson's Adopted Creek Son
Former U.S. president Andrew Jackson adopted a Native American child, the historical truth of which is largely a mystery. Here is the tragic story of Lyncoya.
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Here's Where George Washington Lived Instead Of The White House
Many people might be surprised that the place was not always called the White House, which became the official name during President Theodore Roosevelt's term.
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What Happened To These Presidential Assassins?
Throughout the course of American history, there have been several presidential assassination attempts. We examine the assassins and what happened to them.
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The Untold Truth Of George Washington Carver
Many know George Washington Carver as "that peanut guy," but this hardly scratches the surface. This is the untold truth of George Washington Carver.
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How Lincoln's Son Was Linked To The Assassination Of Three US Presidents
What history forgets to teach is that Lincoln's son, Robert, bore witness to other presidential tragedies, years after the death of his father.
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Questionable Things About Lyndon B. Johnson's Presidency
Successor to JFK, his reputation was nearly ruined by his adventures abroad and at home. Here are some questionable things about Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency.
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Croaker, Virginia: The Home Of An Unsettling Tourist Attraction Full Of Presidential Busts
America is littered with kitschy roadside attractions. However, one defunct attraction in Croaker, Va. has had a flourishing afterlife that outshone its origin.
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Diane Sawyer And Richard Nixon's Relationship Explained
Diane Sawyer and Richard Nixon had a close relationship when she worked for him as a press aide. Here's their relationship explained.
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The Scandalous 1979 Death Of Ford Administration Vice President Nelson Rockefeller
Nelson Rockefeller died of a heart attack in 1979.
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Elon Musk And Donald Trump's Tumultuous Relationship Explained
Donald Trump and Elon Musk are two of the world's most controversial figures, and since they both have enormous power, their paths have intertwined.
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President Eisenhower's Battle With Conservative Conspiracy Group The John Birch Society
Public figures, particularly national leadership, are the subject of all manner of risk -- sometimes physical, but sometimes of a cruel, personal nature.
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Did The Reagans Use Astrology To Make Presidential Decisions?
By the standards of the American presidency, Ronald Reagan's was a strange one filled with a number of idiosyncrasies. So did he really lean on astrology?
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What An American Presidential Funeral Is Really Like
The U.S. military and government notably unite for a rare state event; a presidential funeral. Here is what an American presidential funeral is really like.
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How Fleetwood Mac's Don't Stop Became Bill Clinton's 1992 Campaign Song
Fleetwood Mac's "Don't Stop" held a certain nostalgia for the Baby Boomer generation that Clinton hoped to win over during his 1992 presidential campaign.
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How Mike Lindell And Donald Trump Became Connected
This is how Mike Lindell -- aka the MyPillow guy -- and former president Donald Trump became connected.
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Inside Ghislaine Maxwell's Friendship With Bill Clinton
As tragic details of the Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case continue to unfold, connections are being discovered with powerful individuals.
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Questionable Things About Jimmy Carter's Presidency
Post-presidency, Jimmy Carter is known as a man with a golden heart, but it hasn't always been rosy. Here are some questionable things about his presidency.
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What Happens To The Turkeys After Being Pardoned By The President?
Each year around the Thanksgiving holiday, the United States president pardons a turkey. In other words, the turkey is spared from becoming a meal
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Who Was Donald Trump's Grandmother, Elizabeth Christ Trump?
Former President Donald Trump comes from a lineage of strong business minds. His grandmother, Elizabeth Christ Trump, was no exception to this familial trait.
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Questionable Things About George H.W. Bush's Presidency
George Herbert Walker Bush was the 41st president of the United States of America, serving from 1989 until 1993.
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Who Were Donald Trump's Parents?
One of the important aspects of Donald Trump's public image is his wealth, something that has family history, dating back for generations of Trumps.
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The Donald Trump And Mike Pence Feud Explained
The relationship between Mike Pense and Donalt Trump has been both contentious and amicable, culminating in a falling out after the 2020 election.
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The Reason Running For US President Costs So Much
Money makes the world go 'round, or so says the song, and rarely is that more evident than when examining the costs associated with running for U.S. president.
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Has Anyone With A Criminal Record Ever Been Elected President Of The US?
You might assume that someone with a criminal record would be disqualified from running for president. However, a convicted criminal can still run.
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Only One US President Was Successfully Elected In Non-Consecutive Terms
Should Trump win in 2024 and subsequently be inaugurated in 2025, he would be the second person to serve non-consecutive terms in office. Here's the first.
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