American History

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American History

The principles of America’s Founders must be restored to their proper role in the public and political discourse, influencing public policy and reforming government to reflect constitutional limits. 

 

Resources: Constitutional Guidance for Lawmakers |  First Principles EssaysThe Founders’ Almanac | Makers of Political ThoughtMoments in American HistoryPrimary Sources

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The Document That Inspired the Declaration of Independence Joseph Postell

Jul 10, 2023 3 min read

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How One Man Helped Propel the American Revolution Lee Edwards, Ph.D.

Jul 3, 2017 2 min read

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Thomas Jefferson: America’s Philosopher Statesman Dorothea Wolfson, PhD

May 19, 2017 23 min read

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Poverty and Welfare in the American Founding Thomas G. West, Ph.D.

May 19, 2015 25 min read

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James Madison: Father of the Constitution Colleen Sheehan, Ph.D

Apr 8, 2013 16 min read

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Nation Has Lost Its Principles Under President Obama Julia Shaw

Jul 8, 2012 2 min read

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Is America Exceptional? Kim R. Holmes, Ph.D.

Dec 14, 2011 13 min read

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Why Does America Welcome Immigrants? Matthew Spalding, Ph.D.

Jun 30, 2011 9 min read