Tag Archives: Harry Truman

The American Prospect: Julian E. Zelizer- When Progressives Were Organized

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Derik Schneider

Source:The American Prospect– “Progressives seeking a model for an effective Congress could learn from the nearly forgotten history of the Democratic Study Group.” From the American Prospect. “When Republicans took control of the House of Representatives in 1994 for the … Continue reading →

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The New America Foundation: Michael Lind: The Next Social Contract, An American Idea For Reform

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Erik Schneider

Source:The New Democrat  The social contract means different things to different people and depending on where you are on the American political spectrum will show what you think of it. And for people on the Libertarian-Right or are Center-Right Conservatives, … Continue reading →

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CBS Evening News: (12/26/72) The Death of President Harry Truman

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Derik Schneider

. Source:The Daily Journal I believe Harry Truman was one of our top 3-5 presidents in American history, but certainly in the top ten. Because of how he managed post-World War II especially in Europe and put America in position … Continue reading →

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Longines Chronoscope: U.S. Senator Everett M. Dirksen (1952)

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Rik Schneider

Source:The Daily Post Members of Congress in both parties are always looking to weaken executive power. Especially since president’s are always looking to increase executive power. Which is what this debate is about and what Senator Dirksen was trying to … Continue reading →

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