American History

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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.

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The Conservative Roots of American Conservationism

Jan 22, 2024 42 min read

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Rachel Alexander Cambre

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COMMENTARY

Is the Fourth of July a Holy Day?

Jul 7, 2023 4 min read

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Rachel Alexander Cambre

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The Woke Mob Comes for Lincoln Robert L. Wilkie

May 26, 2021 2 min read

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May 13

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VIRTUAL: Winning Freedom: The American Revolution

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What the Killing of Samuel Paty Means for Free Expression Douglas Blair

Mar 18, 2021 3 min read

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To Restore Civics, Start With Parents

Mar 5, 2021 4 min read

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For the Love of Country, Pull Back From the Brink

Mar 3, 2021 9 min read

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1776 Commission Can Have a Second Life Outside of Federal Government

Feb 8, 2021 2 min read

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Feb 5, 2021

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Feb 5, 2021

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