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.
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.
Charting His Own Course
It was clear from the inauguration that John Adams was far more interested in foreign affairs than domestic policy.
It’s Not Easy Being Number Two
The election of 1796 was one for the history books!
Number One Remains Number One: The Washington Legacy
I am in awe when I consider how Washington impacted all future presidents.
First in the Heart of His Countrymen
A look back at George Washington and why he deserved devotion and praise.
The Gap in Ideology Widens
While Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson both served as advisors to President George Washington, their advice differed.
The Father of Our Country
Our first president had not lobbied for the job. In fact, he did not want the position.
Political Parties — Oh, My!
The strongest factions morphed into our first political parties and are now an accepted part of our republic.
A New Government for the People
We have a Constitution and, thanks to George Mason, a Bill of Rights will be a reality! The hard work has been done — or has it?
Talking Individual Rights
The Anti-Federalists argued that English common law would only be valid if they were a part of the United States Constitution.
Top Opinion
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Allen West The Law
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Stephen Moore Don’t Let Congress Ruin College Sports
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Star Parker Under Trump’s Great Leadership, America Is Doing What Must Be Done in Iran
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Gary Bauer Raizin Caine
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John Stossel California’s Inferno of Regulations
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Tim Graham Trump Is Never Accessible Enough to the Press?
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The Washington Stand 4 Ways Christians Can Pray for the Situation in Iran
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The Babylon Bee Obama Confused to See Bombs Falling on Iran Instead of Pallets of Cash
The Foundation
“The duty of an upright administration is to pursue its course steadily, to know nothing of these family dissentions.” —Thomas Jefferson (1805)
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