Election Day Firsts
The history of elections in the United States is constantly evolving, but here are are some notable firsts: First Packaged Candidate William Henry Harrison was the first “packaged” candidate. He …
First Latino to Earn Medal of Honor Fought In Civil War
Corporal Joseph H. De Castro, 20, distinguished himself at Gettysburg during Pickett’s Charge. He was the first Latino to earn the country’s highest military decoration for valor in combat, the …
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The Vice-Presidential Pick
In the presidential election, how important is the vice-presidential pick and the subsequent debate? Joe Biden has selected Kamala Harris as his running mate, and pundits are speculating about how …
The Story Behind the Presidential Debates
The history of modern-day presidential debates is actually quite a short one. While the names Lincoln and Douglas frequently come to mind when one thinks of a debate among esteemed …
Dovey Johnson Roundtree: Pioneering Civil Rights Attorney
Dovey Johnson Roundtree (1914-2018) was a pioneering civil rights activist, attorney, and a minister in the AME Church. She accomplished all this with a family who stood behind her.
Political Conventions: A Look Way Back
The national conventions of both political parties in 2020 will be historic. Because of the pandemic, speeches will be given primarily via Zoom with very few people in official attendance. …
