Have you ever heard the United States referred to as a democracy? Well, that’s only partly right. There are democratic elements to our government, that’s for sure – but it’s more properly considered a republic. In fact, it’s formally classified… Read More
James Madison and American Constitutionalism, by Professor Jack N. Rakove, William Robertson Coe Professor of History and American Studies, Stanford University. Professor Rakove analyzes James Madison’s impact on American constitutional thinking. Drawing upon his early political experiences, Madison shaped the… Read More
In the United States of America, all are equal under the law. Well, all are equal under the law now – but that has not always been the case. From the early colonial days through the deadliest war the US… Read More
Books have come a long way from where they began. Imagine having to etch into stone every time you wanted to write out your thoughts, make a list, or jot down a quick note. Hundreds of years ago, that was… Read More
April 23 is Shakespeare Day, set aside to honor the creativity and genius of the famous British playwright William Shakespeare. The date is believed to be his birthday, and, oddly enough, he died on the same day years later. The… Read More
From changes triggered by puberty and academic pressure to seemingly inescapable technology, teenagers simply aren’t getting enough quality sleep – and, according to new research, the problem is getting worse. Teen Sleep According to a study from the Journal of… Read More
William Shakespeare highlighted the importance of a name when he wrote the play Romeo and Juliet. The relationship between the two young lovers was forbidden based on their last names, which represented feuding families. Seems crazy, but names carry with… Read More
With artificial intelligence rapidly expanding and screens constantly demanding people’s attention, it might seem that technology dominates the interests of younger generations. But reality looks a little different. In fact, many Millennials and members of Gen Z – often called… Read More
The internet is abuzz with the term “brain rot.” Whether through frequent use of artificial intelligence or the consumption of YouTube’s vast short-form video library, the public is concerned about the long-term side effects, such as declining attention spans and… Read More
In the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the United States was at a crossroads. The delicate balance between liberty and safety was suddenly strained, forcing lawmakers to confront difficult questions about how best to protect the nation… Read More
President Donald Trump has not been the only US leader in history to use tariffs. Since America’s independence 250 years ago, the United States has relied on tariff policy to pursue a variety of objectives, whether raising revenue to fund… Read More
Burnout is the mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion associated with prolonged and excessive stress. Most people will experience it at one point or another, but Gen Z seems to be hitting the wall far earlier than previous generations. Zoomer Burnout… Read More