How Lincoln, Nixon, and Clinton managed to overcome their glum realities—political and personal—to put on …
The Daily Beast: Forgotten History
When Americans Beat Back the Bigots
Nearly 100 years ago, the U.S. was facing a similar moral crisis to today—some of …
The Revolution’s Longest Love Story
He was the longest living Revolutionary War veteran, and also had the longest marriage in …
Meacham Bio Gives Bush 41 a Big Wet Kiss
George Bush the Elder looks better and better in history’s rearview mirror, but Jon Meacham’s flattering …
The Story of the First Black Marine
Howard P. Perry was the face of a long overdue change in how our nation …
Embrace the ’70s, Hillary!
Clinton has long been reluctant to talk about her work during the 1970s. She should …
The Eichmann of the Confederate South
One hundred fifty years ago, Union troops executed prison-camp commander Henry Wirz, the only Confederate …
When LBJ Changed Immigration Forever
Fifty years ago this month, Johnson ended immigration quotes based on national origin, forever changing …
We’re Suckers for Hillary’s Redemption Story
As Clinton takes the debate stage Tuesday while seeking the presidency, it’s worth taking a …
How Hillary Remade Her Image
As Hillary looks likely to undergo yet another transformation, it’s worth looking back at one …