That ‘Era of Good Feelings’
James Monroe, always depicted as an unsmiling, stoic individual, was actually extremely popular among voters and the general public.
The Era of Good Feelings
This season of “good will” seems perfect to focus on James Monroe’s accomplishments and the growth of our nation.
Another Virginia Boy
James Monroe was another young Virginia patriot who had come of age during the American Revolution.
The Second American Revolution
Could the new republic defeat the British Empire a second time? Observers were holding their breath.
All Hail Jimmy Madison
He entered office with problems already stacking up on his desk.
In Brief: An Epic Story, Just Not Napoleon’s
Cinematography and a conservative bent are not enough to redeem this historical falsification of Napoleon’s life.
A Transfer of Power
Jefferson understood that Madison, only eight years his junior, possessed the skills that made him the ideal successor.
Land Deals, Pirates, and Foreign Policy Issues
Thomas Jefferson entered office envisioning a more peaceful world and improved relationships with European nations.
Virginian vs. Virginian
While both Thomas Jefferson and John Marshall were Virginians, their philosophies of government had little in common.
‘A Wise and Frugal Government’
Thomas Jefferson truly believed that the purpose of the central government was limited.
Victors Get to Write the History
Let’s hope that it’s the Israelis who get to write this portion and not the leftist trolls.
That Red-Haired Virginian
How would Thomas Jefferson deal with the issues facing the republic at the beginning of the 19th century?
Adams, the Diplomat, as a Foreign Policy President
It was a difficult time for the new nation, but John Adams’s policies did little to make the time more peaceful.
Rebutting the Revisionist History of AIDS
The Washington Post dubiously claims that Ronald Reagan did not address AIDS until homosexuals launched their National Coming Out Day.
Charting His Own Course
It was clear from the inauguration that John Adams was far more interested in foreign affairs than domestic policy.
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