Former California Governor Ronald Reagan accepted his party's nomination at the 1980 Republican National Convention in Detroit. He called on Americans to "recapture our destiny" and pledged to cut taxes and increase defense spending.
On its 15th anniversary in 1985, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency created a twenty-minute film documenting the rationale for its creation by the Nixon administration in 1970, and highlighting its most significant achievements.
New York Times correspondent David Sanger spoke about China's rise, Russia's invasion of Ukraine & America's role in the world in the 21st century. He was interviewed by Harvard University Belfer Center senior fellow Paula Dobriansky.
New York Times correspondent David Sanger spoke about China's rise, Russia's invasion of Ukraine & America's role in the world in the 21st century. He was interviewed by Harvard University Belfer Center senior fellow Paula Dobriansky.
Journalist Sasha Issenberg provided a snapshot of how some political campaigns are fighting back against disinformation to win elections. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event.
Independent Book Publishers Association CEO Andrea Fleck-Nisbet discussed her trade association's work to promote small and mid-sized presses and author-published books. About Books also reported on the latest publishing industry news and current non-fiction books.
Yashica Dutt described the history of India's caste system and her story of trying to hide that she's a member of the "untouchable" caste. Pilsen Community Books in Chicago hosts this event.
Sociologist Gretchen Sisson argued that adoption is not a solution to reduced access to abortions in America. The University of Washington Bookstore in Seattle hosted this event.
Sergey Radchenko - of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies - talked about the Cold War strategies and policies of Soviet and Russian leaders. The Hoover Institution at Stanford University hosted this event.
Author Meg Medina, the 8th and current National Ambassador for Young People's Literature at the Library of Congress, discussed her efforts to reach and connect with young readers.
New York Times correspondent David Sanger spoke about China's rise, Russia's invasion of Ukraine & America's role in the world in the 21st century. He was interviewed by Harvard University Belfer Center senior fellow Paula Dobriansky.
New York Times correspondent David Sanger spoke about China's rise, Russia's invasion of Ukraine & America's role in the world in the 21st century. He was interviewed by Harvard University Belfer Center senior fellow Paula Dobriansky.
Journalist Sasha Issenberg provided a snapshot of how some political campaigns are fighting back against disinformation to win elections. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event.
Independent Book Publishers Association CEO Andrea Fleck-Nisbet discussed her trade association's work to promote small and mid-sized presses and author-published books. About Books also reported on the latest publishing industry news and current non-fiction books.
Yashica Dutt described the history of India's caste system and her story of trying to hide that she's a member of the "untouchable" caste. Pilsen Community Books in Chicago hosts this event.
Sociologist Gretchen Sisson argued that adoption is not a solution to reduced access to abortions in America. The University of Washington Bookstore in Seattle hosted this event.
Sergey Radchenko - of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies - talked about the Cold War strategies and policies of Soviet and Russian leaders. The Hoover Institution at Stanford University hosted this event.
Author Meg Medina, the 8th and current National Ambassador for Young People's Literature at the Library of Congress, discussed her efforts to reach and connect with young readers.
Former Deputy National Security Adviser Matt Pottinger discussed Indo-Pacific strategy and Taiwan-China relations at an event hosted by the Heritage Foundation. Topics included deterring Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific, fentanyl precursors from China, military training in Taiwan, and U.S. relations with allies and partners.
U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-TX) and others speak about NATO and transatlantic security during a series of discussions hosted by Foreign Policy magazine.
Marine Corps Commandant General Eric Smith discussed readiness and modernization, with a focus on the Indo-Pacific region and China, at an event hosted by the Brookings Institution. He said the scenarios that worry him most about China's military are its encroachments on sovereign nations, especially Taiwan, and its construction and expansion of artificial islands in the Pacific Ocean. Additional topics included recruitment efforts, increasing the number of women in the Marine Corps, and the importance of public service.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discusses U.S. foreign policy and threats to global order during a conversation hosted by the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC.
The Senate will vote on the confirmation of Nancy Maldonado, a U.S. District Court judge for Northern Illinois, to be elevated to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals which hears federal appeals from U.S. district courts in Illinois, Indiana & Wisconsin.
Biden administration officials and others gathered for the launch of Women LEAD, an initiative focused on advancing women's global civic and political leadership in the digital age, at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, DC.
Biden administration officials and others gathered for the launch of Women LEAD, an initiative focused on advancing women's global civic and political leadership in the digital age, at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, DC.
Purdue University professor Kathryn Brownell taught a class about political advertising in the 1950s, highlighting Dwight Eisenhower's presidential campaigns. She compared radio and early televised ads and examines what components made them successful.
This 1958 U.S Forest Service film chronicled the Los Angeles County Fire Department's fight against a fire in California's Malibu mountains. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
This conference considered the influx of women into the federal government from the time of the Nixon administration through the late 20th century - including the role played by America's first ladies. This session looked at first lady Pat Nixon's contributions and legacy. The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum hosted the event.
Purdue University professor Kathryn Brownell taught a class about political advertising in the 1950s, highlighting Dwight Eisenhower's presidential campaigns. She compared radio and early televised ads and examines what components made them successful.
This 1958 U.S Forest Service film chronicled the Los Angeles County Fire Department's fight against a fire in California's Malibu mountains. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
This conference considered the influx of women into the federal government from the time of the Nixon administration through the late 20th century - including the role played by America's first ladies. This session looked at first lady Pat Nixon's contributions and legacy. The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum hosted the event.
Washington & Lee University professor Barton Myers talked about Unionists and Confederate deserters in North Carolina who waged their own irregular war against the Confederacy. He also described the hostilities and challenges those with Union sympathies faced on the home front. This program was part of the 2024 Civil War Institute conference at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia.
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum hosted a conference highlighting the life and work of first lady Lou Henry Hoover. This program focused on her work with the Girl Scouts, including her roles as a local troop leader and national president.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session addressed his role in Massachusetts state politics. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session focused on his 1988 run for the White House. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session analyzed his role as an educator. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session was an opportunity for the governors to talk about the Michael Dukakis they knew. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
Vice President George H.W. Bush accepted his party's nomination at the 1988 Republican National Convention in New Orleans. He called for a "kinder, gentler nation" and told delegates to "read my lips: no new taxes."
Purdue University professor Kathryn Brownell taught a class about political advertising in the 1950s, highlighting Dwight Eisenhower's presidential campaigns. She compared radio and early televised ads and examines what components made them successful.
This 1958 U.S Forest Service film chronicled the Los Angeles County Fire Department's fight against a fire in California's Malibu mountains. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
This conference considered the influx of women into the federal government from the time of the Nixon administration through the late 20th century - including the role played by America's first ladies. This session looked at first lady Pat Nixon's contributions and legacy. The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum hosted the event.
Purdue University professor Kathryn Brownell taught a class about political advertising in the 1950s, highlighting Dwight Eisenhower's presidential campaigns. She compared radio and early televised ads and examines what components made them successful.
This 1958 U.S Forest Service film chronicled the Los Angeles County Fire Department's fight against a fire in California's Malibu mountains. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
This conference considered the influx of women into the federal government from the time of the Nixon administration through the late 20th century - including the role played by America's first ladies. This session looked at first lady Pat Nixon's contributions and legacy. The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum hosted the event.
Washington & Lee University professor Barton Myers talked about Unionists and Confederate deserters in North Carolina who waged their own irregular war against the Confederacy. He also described the hostilities and challenges those with Union sympathies faced on the home front. This program was part of the 2024 Civil War Institute conference at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia.
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum hosted a conference highlighting the life and work of first lady Lou Henry Hoover. This program focused on her work with the Girl Scouts, including her roles as a local troop leader and national president.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session addressed his role in Massachusetts state politics. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session focused on his 1988 run for the White House. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session analyzed his role as an educator. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
The current and former governors of Massachusetts gathered for a retrospective look at Michael Dukakis' political career -- with the guest of honor in attendance. This session was an opportunity for the governors to talk about the Michael Dukakis they knew. Northeastern University hosted this conference.
