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#OnThisDay in 1917, President Woodrow Wilson issues an order for the federal government to nationalize the entire railroad system during World War I—one of the broadest acts of presidential power.
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On this day, Woodrow Wilson seizes the nation’s railroads | Constitution Center
One of the broadest acts of presidential power happened on this day in 1917, when President Woodrow Wilson issued an order for the federal government to nationalize the entire railroad system during World War I.
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December 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
#OnThisDay in 1917, President Woodrow Wilson issues an order for the federal government to nationalize the entire railroad system during World War I—one of the broadest acts of presidential power.
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On #WeThePeoplePodcast Jeffrey Rosen explores the lasting importance of Justice Robert Jackson’s legacy with authors John Barrett, Gerard Magliocca and G. Edward White.
Hear John Barrett explain why he is drawn to the life of Jackson.
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Hear John Barrett explain why he is drawn to the life of Jackson.
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December 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
On #WeThePeoplePodcast Jeffrey Rosen explores the lasting importance of Justice Robert Jackson’s legacy with authors John Barrett, Gerard Magliocca and G. Edward White.
Hear John Barrett explain why he is drawn to the life of Jackson.
Full episode: https://ow.ly/Hxw350XOmVX
Hear John Barrett explain why he is drawn to the life of Jackson.
Full episode: https://ow.ly/Hxw350XOmVX
Do you know about the War of 1812? It ended #OnThisDay in 1814, but the delayed news couldn't stop nearly 1,000 British troops from being killed at the Battle of New Orleans
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America’s “forgotten war” ended on this day, and few people knew | Constitution Center
On December 24, 1814, the Treaty of Ghent officially ended the War of 1812, but the delayed news couldn't stop nearly 1,000 British troops from being killed at the Battle of New Orleans.
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December 24, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Do you know about the War of 1812? It ended #OnThisDay in 1814, but the delayed news couldn't stop nearly 1,000 British troops from being killed at the Battle of New Orleans
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John Barrett of Robert H. Jackson Center expresses the significance and importance of the life and legacy of Justice Robert Jackson.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:55 PM
John Barrett of Robert H. Jackson Center expresses the significance and importance of the life and legacy of Justice Robert Jackson.
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Twenty-seven grievances against Great Britian are laid out in the Declaration of Independence.
Rosemarie Zagarri, of George Mason University, unpacks this often overlooked, yet critical section of the document for the #InteractiveDeclaration: https://ow.ly/c4zJ50XH6gk
Rosemarie Zagarri, of George Mason University, unpacks this often overlooked, yet critical section of the document for the #InteractiveDeclaration: https://ow.ly/c4zJ50XH6gk
The Declaration’s Grievances Against the King | Constitution Center
Rosemarie Zagarri explains that while the list of grievances is today an overlooked part of the Declaration of Independence, the list was arguably the most critical section of the document in 1776.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Twenty-seven grievances against Great Britian are laid out in the Declaration of Independence.
Rosemarie Zagarri, of George Mason University, unpacks this often overlooked, yet critical section of the document for the #InteractiveDeclaration: https://ow.ly/c4zJ50XH6gk
Rosemarie Zagarri, of George Mason University, unpacks this often overlooked, yet critical section of the document for the #InteractiveDeclaration: https://ow.ly/c4zJ50XH6gk
#OnThisDay in 1727, William Ellery, who would go on to sign the Declaration of Independence, is born in Newport. Ellery served through the adoption of the Articles of Confederation.
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William Ellery | Constitution Center
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December 22, 2025 at 8:05 PM
#OnThisDay in 1727, William Ellery, who would go on to sign the Declaration of Independence, is born in Newport. Ellery served through the adoption of the Articles of Confederation.
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Discover how experts agree and disagree about the U.S. Constitution’s history and meaning and explore perspectives on the constitutional debates that continue to shape American life.
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The U.S. Constitution | Constitution Center
Learn about the text, history, and meaning of the U.S. Constitution from leading scholars of diverse legal and philosophical perspectives.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Discover how experts agree and disagree about the U.S. Constitution’s history and meaning and explore perspectives on the constitutional debates that continue to shape American life.
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Born on this day in 1912, Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Johnson would go on to revolutionize the role of first lady, serving from 1963 to 1969.
December 22, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Born on this day in 1912, Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Johnson would go on to revolutionize the role of first lady, serving from 1963 to 1969.
Sam Tanenhaus explains the fascinating way in which William F. Buckley Sr. foresaw a major shift in the Republican Party in the 1950s and 1960s.
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December 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Sam Tanenhaus explains the fascinating way in which William F. Buckley Sr. foresaw a major shift in the Republican Party in the 1950s and 1960s.
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#OnThisDay in 1803, the American flag flies over New Orleans for the first time, signaling the completion of the Louisiana Purchase and doubling the country’s size.
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On this day, the Louisiana Purchase is completed | Constitution Center
Life in the newly formed United States changed forever on December 20, 1803 when the American flag flew over New Orleans, signifying the completion of the Louisiana Purchase and doubling the country’s size.
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December 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1803, the American flag flies over New Orleans for the first time, signaling the completion of the Louisiana Purchase and doubling the country’s size.
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Professor of Law Michael Rappaport reflects on why he believes the convention method to amend the #USConstituion has never been used.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Professor of Law Michael Rappaport reflects on why he believes the convention method to amend the #USConstituion has never been used.
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On #WeThePeoplePodcast Jeffrey Rosen speaks with Edward Larson his newest book, ‘Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Still Matters.’
Hear Larson explain the origins of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” below.
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Hear Larson explain the origins of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” below.
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December 19, 2025 at 12:02 PM
On #WeThePeoplePodcast Jeffrey Rosen speaks with Edward Larson his newest book, ‘Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Still Matters.’
Hear Larson explain the origins of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” below.
Full episode: https://ow.ly/wFQ050XLP3P
Hear Larson explain the origins of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” below.
Full episode: https://ow.ly/wFQ050XLP3P
This week, Virginia replaced their statue at the U.S. Capitol, swapping a Confederate general for activist Barbara Rose Johns. Here's her story. 🧵(1/4)
December 18, 2025 at 9:19 PM
This week, Virginia replaced their statue at the U.S. Capitol, swapping a Confederate general for activist Barbara Rose Johns. Here's her story. 🧵(1/4)
#OnThisDay in 1944, #SCOTUS issues one of its most controversial decisions: that internment camps during World War II were constitutional.
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#ConstitutionDaily explores the history of Korematsu v. United States: https://ow.ly/JjMx50XAjbV
On this day, the Supreme Court issues the Korematsu decision | Constitution Center
In December 1944, the Supreme Court handed down one of its most controversial decisions, which upheld the constitutionality of internment camps during World War II. Today, the Korematsu decision has been rebuked but never formally overturned.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
#OnThisDay in 1944, #SCOTUS issues one of its most controversial decisions: that internment camps during World War II were constitutional.
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#ConstitutionDaily explores the history of Korematsu v. United States: https://ow.ly/JjMx50XAjbV
Jed Shugerman of the Boston University School of Law shares his opinion on #TrumpVSlaughter and how importance of the case has roots in English history.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Jed Shugerman of the Boston University School of Law shares his opinion on #TrumpVSlaughter and how importance of the case has roots in English history.
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2025 was a significant year for #SCOTUS, with notable decisions related to the #FirstAmendment, nationwide injunctions, and the #14thAmendment.
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#ConstitutionDaily takes a look back at the Court’s past twelve months: ow.ly/Fv7W50XLbwl
A look back at the Supreme Court in 2025
The past year was a significant one for the U.S. Supreme Court, with notable decisions related to the First Amendment, nationwide injunctions, and the 14th Amendment.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
2025 was a significant year for #SCOTUS, with notable decisions related to the #FirstAmendment, nationwide injunctions, and the #14thAmendment.
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#ConstitutionDaily takes a look back at the Court’s past twelve months: ow.ly/Fv7W50XLbwl
On #AmericasTownHall, author G. Edward White discusses Justice Robert Jackson’s vivid and lively explanations of familiar concepts.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:50 PM
On #AmericasTownHall, author G. Edward White discusses Justice Robert Jackson’s vivid and lively explanations of familiar concepts.
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#OnThisDay in 1734, William Floyd is born. He was elected to serve in both the First and Second Continental Congress and signed the Declaration of Independence.
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William Floyd | Constitution Center
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December 17, 2025 at 1:25 PM
#OnThisDay in 1734, William Floyd is born. He was elected to serve in both the First and Second Continental Congress and signed the Declaration of Independence.
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#OnThisDay in 1773, the Boston Tea Party occurs as a group of colonists destroy a large British tea shipment in Boston harbor as an act of protest.
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On this day, the Boston Tea Party lights a fuse | Constitution Center
On December 16, 1773, a group of Colonists destroyed a large British tea shipment in Boston harbor. So did this act of defiance light a fire that led to American independence within the next decade?
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December 16, 2025 at 6:20 PM
#OnThisDay in 1773, the Boston Tea Party occurs as a group of colonists destroy a large British tea shipment in Boston harbor as an act of protest.
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On #WeThePeoplePodcast, Thomas Berry of The Cato Institute explores the history of the first presidential cabinet in 1789 to provide context for discussing #TrumpVSlaughter.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
On #WeThePeoplePodcast, Thomas Berry of The Cato Institute explores the history of the first presidential cabinet in 1789 to provide context for discussing #TrumpVSlaughter.
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There's still time to shop for the constitutional scholar or history buff in your life! Give the gift of knowledge—find books and other gifts they'll love, in-store and online.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:25 PM
There's still time to shop for the constitutional scholar or history buff in your life! Give the gift of knowledge—find books and other gifts they'll love, in-store and online.
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When James Madison spoke to the First Congress, he proposed a series of nearly 20 amendments as a bill of rights. So, what did Congress delete from the final list eventually ratified by the states?
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Five items Congress deleted from Madison’s original Bill of Rights | Constitution Center
When James Madison spoke to the First Congress he proposed nearly 20 amendments as a Bill of Rights, and not the 10 we all know about. So what did Congress delete from the final list that was ratified by the states?
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December 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
When James Madison spoke to the First Congress, he proposed a series of nearly 20 amendments as a bill of rights. So, what did Congress delete from the final list eventually ratified by the states?
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Find out on #ConstitutionDaily: https://ow.ly/ImNO50XAj0h
Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first 10 amendments, known as the #BillofRights.
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Happy birthday, Bill of Rights! | Constitution Center
Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights (ratified December 15, 1791). Here’s what you need to know!
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December 15, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first 10 amendments, known as the #BillofRights.
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Looking for a reason to go out in the cold? ⛄ Celebrate the season and the Bill of Rights! We’re hosting a FREE trivia night with FREE food on Dec. 27 from 4:15–6:30 p.m.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Looking for a reason to go out in the cold? ⛄ Celebrate the season and the Bill of Rights! We’re hosting a FREE trivia night with FREE food on Dec. 27 from 4:15–6:30 p.m.
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