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Abraham Lincoln: A Tribute

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It’s a big year for our 16th president. Throughout the year, the Lincoln Bicentennial (www.lincolnbicentennial.gov) will celebrate his life, his work, and his words. Considered among the most revered Americans of all time, Lincoln continues to captivate our imagination and inspire the nation. Our 44th president counts Abraham Lincoln among his list of heroes, even ... More
President Obama’s Inaugural Parade

President Obama’s Inaugural Parade

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What would he think about military units marching in close formation past the reviewing stand, their officers’ chins tucked in, smartly saluting a civilian whose only uniform in life was the one issued by his high school basketball team? Here’s what Ben Franklin would say: “Been thither, done that.” During the winter of 1755-56, Ben ... More