Tag #Us History

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US Economic Growth Before the Federal Reserve

This analysis compares the annual average growth rates of the US economy during periods without a central bank (1836-61, 1865-1913, 1811-12) to a recent period (2000-24) with the Federal Reserve, revealing significantly higher growth in the pre-Fed eras.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Trump Orders Smithsonian Museum Exhibit Review

President Trump ordered a review of Smithsonian museums' exhibits, deeming their focus on negative historical aspects "un-American", prompting concerns from historians and freedom of expression groups about government censorship and control over the narrative of American history.

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Star Trek Fans Secure "Enterprise" Shuttle Naming

President Gerald Ford renamed NASA's first Space Shuttle "Enterprise" in September 1976, yielding to an intense letter-writing campaign by Star Trek fans, a decision supported by NASA officials seeking increased public engagement, and announced at a Palmdale, California unveiling attended by the Sta...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Juneteenth: Federal Holiday Status Amidst Renewed Resistance

Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Texas on June 19, 1865, became a federal holiday in the U.S. in 2021 after decades of advocacy, though some states are now reducing or cancelling celebrations due to resistance to diversity initiatives.

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Gender Equality
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Ford's 1975 Decision: Accepting 130,000 South Vietnamese Refugees

In 1975, President Gerald Ford, facing intense public opposition, accepted 130,000 South Vietnamese refugees, securing aid for their relocation and integration, defying negative public sentiment and demonstrating the long-term benefits of accepting refugees.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Medicine River": Memoir details lasting impact of Indian boarding schools

Mary Annette Pember, a national correspondent for ICT News, will publish her memoir, "Medicine River," on Tuesday, detailing her mother's experiences in an Indian boarding school and the lasting impact of these institutions on her family and the Ojibwe community, highlighting the systematic cultural...

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Multiple Assassination Attempts on US Presidents: A Historical Overview

This article details the numerous assassination attempts on US presidents, highlighting the lax security measures of the past and the evolving security protocols, while also connecting these events to broader political contexts.

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Trump Administration Releases FBI Files on Martin Luther King Jr. Surveillance

The Trump administration released over 240,000 pages of FBI files detailing surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr., despite opposition from his family and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, raising concerns about government overreach and historical accuracy.

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Burns: American Revolution Created 'Citizen,' Inspired Global Change

Filmmaker Ken Burns argues the American Revolution's creation of the concept of a "citizen" is its most significant contribution, inspiring global revolutions for over two centuries, while acknowledging the document's initial exclusion of marginalized groups.

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Trump's Effort to Rewrite American History

President Trump is using his administration to promote a pro-Trump version of American history, commissioning videos and sculptures to shape the narrative surrounding the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, while facing opposition from historians who offer alternative narratives.

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Lexington and Concord: A Complex Beginning to the American Revolution

The Battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, marked the beginning of the American Revolution, resulting in approximately 250 British and 95 colonial casualties; the initial conflict was less about independence and more about improving terms with Great Britain.

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Nostalgia for a Lost America: Idealization vs. Reality

This article contrasts the idealized vision of 1950s America with its complex reality, using the example of Detroit's decline to illustrate how nostalgia shapes current political and economic policies, particularly those promoted by figures like Donald Trump.

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