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Hubris: Aaron Burr

Aaron Burr’s ambition led him from political prominence to infamy. Fueled by hubris, he dueled Hamilton and plotted treason, showcasing the perils of unchecked...

Who Founded the Democratic Party?

America Explained, American Chronicles

It’s the oldest political party in the United States, but how was the Democratic Party formed and what contributions has it made to U.S. society...

What is Common Sense? (Thomas Paine)

America Explained, American Chronicles

It’s one of the most important documents in US history, but how did Thomas Paine’s 47-page pamphlet, Common Sense, turn the tide of the American Revolutionary...