Founding Fathers

Letter to the Editor: Shirola misses the mark on the 14th amendment

February 29, 2020

On February 24, Wesley Shirola wrote a groundless opinion piece criticizing the 14th amendment — the amendment that allowed slaves, my ancestors, to become naturalized citizens, and now, all individuals...

Gates: History about more than just the positive side

February 22, 2015

Many of us took Advanced Placement U.S. History in high school, whether to learn more about our country’s past, fulfill a graduation requirement or earn college credit. Those of us who did not may have...

Kearney: If you can’t beat ’em, change the rules

January 27, 2013

The Electoral College, many would argue, is a misguided system designed by the Founding Fathers to protect the presidency from blatantly unqualified men but which has instead made presidential campaigns...

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