History

A Farewell to Republicans A Farewell to Republicans

Herbert Hoover's record as a false prophet was consistent to the end.

Jan 13, 2009 / The Editors

Mr. Roosevelt Must Lead Mr. Roosevelt Must Lead

Not since Abraham Lincoln has the need for effective leadership and prompt, vigorous action been more imperative.

Jan 13, 2009 / The Editors

FDR: Like a Hurricane FDR: Like a Hurricane

FDR's New Deal is blowing away Washington's old line powerbrokers on the strength of FDR's personality and his ability to use the radio to get his message across to the American pe...

Jan 12, 2009 / The Editors

Mr. Roosevelt–So Far Mr. Roosevelt–So Far

Not since Abraham Lincoln has the need for effective leadership and prompt, vigorous action been more imperative.

Jan 12, 2009 / The Editors

Wanted: Strong Men and Radical Measures Wanted: Strong Men and Radical Measures

The author believes the makeup of FDR's cabinet bodes well. He also adds a few thoughts about the outgoing Hoover administration--none of them complimentary

Jan 12, 2009 / Paul Y. Anderson

The Year China Jumped the Gun The Year China Jumped the Gun

China is a country that takes anniversaries seriously. But reaction to significant historical events to be commemorated this year has already taken place.

Jan 12, 2009 / Books & the Arts / Jeffrey Wasserstrom

Historians in Handcuffs Historians in Handcuffs

The Bush administration has systematically blocked historians' access to government archives. Does Obama hold the key to set information free?

Jan 12, 2009 / Books & the Arts / Jeff Kisseloff

Gospel Secrets: The Biblical Controversies of Morton Smith Gospel Secrets: The Biblical Controversies of Morton Smith

A new book explores the longstanding scholarly debate over a secret and libertine Gospel of Mark.

Jan 8, 2009 / Books & the Arts / Anthony Grafton

FDR: A Model for Obama? FDR: A Model for Obama?

Like his Depression-era counterpart, Obama must take bold action, seize opportunity and experiment.

Jan 8, 2009 / Books & the Arts / Tony Badger

Our Lincoln Our Lincoln

As a politician, Lincoln's greatness lay in his capacity for growth. Can Obama follow suit?

Jan 8, 2009 / Books & the Arts / Eric Foner

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