From Passionate Patriot to “Intelligent Candidate”
Phyllis Schlafly was one of those exceptional people who could feel the unseen pulse of the American people.
Category: U.S. History
Giving Real “Choice” In Education
Most people will agree that public schools are even more broken today than they were in 1986. The area where people disagree is how to fix them or…
George Washington Carver’s Freedom to Create
Born a slave around this day "“ July 12 "“ in 1864, George Washington Carver became a scientist of international renown. In 1921, Carver addressed the United States…
Alexander Hamilton
He intentionally fired into the air, but his political Rival, Aaron Burr, took deadly aim and fatally shot him in a duel on this day, July 11, in…
“Awakening Parents” On Education Rights
Education, specifically parents' and students' rights in education, became a major part of Phyllis's legacy during those crucial years of the 1980s.
Anniversary of the First Republican Convention
In Ripon, Wisconsin, anti-slavery activists met on February 28, 1854, then held their first State Convention in Jackson, Michigan, on this day "“ July 6 "“ 1854. They…
35 Years After the Defeat of ERA
The Equal Rights Amendment died thirty-five years ago, on June 30, 1982, as its opponents gathered at a banquet with Phyllis Schlafly to celebrate its demise. The Supreme…
Independence Day’s Historical Significance
As we reminisce on this year's Independence Day celebrations, let's take time to remember another significant historical happening on July the 4th.
Religion is Part of Our Founding
Did you know that the Declaration of Independence is America's great religious document? The Declaration of Independence is the official and unequivocal recognition by the American people of…
A Declaration for All Generations
Independence Day has many traditions associated with it. Many Americans will celebrate it with fireworks or barbeques. Some will celebrate with picnics and parades. All these are great…