The move for American Independence was greatly influenced by ancient Greece, particularly philosophy from the time.

The words “ consent of the governed ” as enshrined in the Declaration of Independence are central to our founding, but ...

As we celebrate America’s independence, there is a lot of focus on the Founding Fathers. So, what did they think about paper ...

They died on the same day: The Fourth of July, 1826 – 50 years to the day after the Declaration. Historians say that Adams’ final words were: “Thomas Jefferson survives,” as if consoling himself with ...

The Washington Post/ Political attacks on higher education are escalating as we approach next year’s 250th anniversary of the ...

The United States has forgotten the true meaning of its most famous phrase, according to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox. Over the past ...

As America begins its 250th year, it is fitting to draw attention to the great people and ideas that made it possible. Neither the Declaration of Independence of 1776 nor the Constitution of 1787 ...

As Independence Day approaches, it’s worth remembering that America’s Founding Fathers weren’t just fiery revolutionaries — ...

The US Constitution says any natural-born citizen over 35 who has lived in the country for at least 14 years can run for ...

Thomas Jefferson, steeped in Enlightenment philosophy, wrote that we have the unalienable rights to life, liberty and the ...

Here are passages from those 25 years that we hope will keep you committed to fighting for liberty: The American colonists ...

Back in the days, before child labor laws were introduced and before it became conventional wisdom that no young person could develop proper character ...