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Former Charleston, South Carolina Mayor Joseph Riley and professor Kerry Taylor co-taught a course at The Citadel military college looking at why a new African American history museum is being built in the city. They're joined for this class session by Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who shared his experiences as the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Citadel provided this video. Sponsor: Citadel, The
Topics: smithsonian, d.c., charleston, lonnie, washington, quincy jones, sweden, joseph, chicago, joe...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, yale, fbi, new york, united states government, belize, europe, france, betty, kennedy, obama,...
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Guilford Technical Community College professor Jeff Kinard taught a class about Civil War weaponry and shared artifacts such as muskets, carbines and revolvers. He described technological advances, such as breech loading and rifled barrels, that allowed soldiers to fire faster and with more accuracy. Sponsor: Guilford Technical Community College
Topics: calvary, spencer, canon, kinard, burnside, north carolina, texas, flint, virginia, white house,...
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Claremont McKenna professor John Pitney taught a class about presidential speeches and public opinion, focusing on the 1970s through the 1990s. He examines how presidential communication shifted from network television to cable and internet. Sponsor: Claremont McKenna College
Topics: reagan, washington, soviet union, jfk, francis, normandy, roosevelt, pearl harbor, pacific,...
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Claremont McKenna professor John Pitney taught a class about presidential speeches and public opinion, focusing on the 1970s through the 1990s. He examines how presidential communication shifted from network television to cable and internet. Sponsor: Claremont McKenna College
Topics: reagan, washington, soviet union, normandy, europe, roosevelt, pearl harbor, pacific, jfk, ronald...
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Claremont McKenna professor John Pitney taught a class about presidential speeches and public opinion, focusing on the 1970s through the 1990s. He examines how presidential communication shifted from network television to cable and internet. Sponsor: Claremont McKenna College
Topics: reagan, washington, soviet union, normandy, europe, roosevelt, pearl harbor, pacific, jfk, ronald...
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James Madison University professor Rebecca Brannon taught a class about the concept of age around the time of the Revolutionary War. She examined the ages of several Founding Fathers and debunked the myth that they were old men during this era. She also described how fertility rates and perceptions of childhood changed during this founding period, leading to a more child-centric family culture by the early 1800s. Sponsor: James Madison University
Topics: washington, thomas jefferson, john adams, james madison, benjamin franklin, china, amaya, alexander...
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Air Force veteran and former NASA flight and mission director Gene Kranz discussed his life and career, culminating with his work for the Apollo program. This talk marking the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 was part of the American Veterans Center annual conference in Washington, D.C. Sponsor: American Veterans Center
Topics: nasa, texas, bombay, houston, jared, korea, john hodge, john glenn, chris kraft
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University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee visiting professor John Prevas taught a class at IMG Academy about the First and Second amendments to the U.S. Constitution, using court cases to demonstrate how these rights have been interpreted. Located in Bradenton, Florida, IMG Academy is a college preparatory boarding school focused on student-athletes. Mr. Prevas teaches at the school as part of IMG Academy's partnership with the University of South Florida to offer certain students courses...
Topics: new york, schenck, heller, adolf hitler, florida, holmes, american nazi, john, columbia, img,...
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Stonehill College professor Peter Ubertaccio taught a class on the history of State of the Union addresses. He described George Washington's first address -- delivered in person -- but explained that many presidents who followed simply elected to send Congress a written statement until Woodrow Wilson in 1913. He explored how, since then, State of the Union speeches have evolved along with new technology and, in modern times, have been used to bolster political platforms. Sponsor: Stonehill...
Topics: ubertaccio, washington, wilson, carter, woodrow wilson, clinton, obama, johnson, william howard...
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University of Delaware professor Zara Anishanslin taught a class about how colonial history is remembered through historic sites and monuments, and sometimes contested. She argued that people's assumptions about Colonial America are influenced by material and popular culture, including paintings depicting early American history in the U.S. Capitol and statues of Columbus and Pocahontas. This video was provided by the University of Delaware. Sponsor: University of Delaware
Topics: columbus, plymouth, richmond, virginia, williamsburg, plymouth rock, massachusetts, new england,...
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University of Colorado Denver professor Sarah Fields taught a class about the 1981 Jean Harris trial, who was accused of murdering the "Scarsdale Diet" doctor. Professor Fields described Harris' background, her long relationship with Dr. Herman Tarnower, and her conviction for the doctor's murder. Sponsor: University of Colorado Denver
Topics: jean harris, lizzie borden, harris, tarnower, lynne, jean, new york, washington, d.c., virginia,...
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Professor Nathan Connolly is an expert on the history of American property rights and the role of land and property rights in the making of racial categories. He showed slides as he lectured to his class about the "promise of suburbia" in America after the civil rights movement. There are audio difficulties in the program for two minutes. This program contains language which some may find offensive. Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University | Department of History
Topics: suburbia, miami, baltimore, charlotte, north carolina, california, compton, chicago, naacp, roland...
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University of Dayton professors John Heitmann and Todd Uhlman taught a class about 1970s American car culture and films of the era. Using examples like "Easy Rider," "American Graffiti" and "Badlands," they argued these films reflected many Americans' disillusionment and glorified the open road as a way to take back control in the face of societal changes. They also talked about the impact of oil shortages, the rise of coast-to-coast races called "Cannonball...
Topics: george lucas, roger corman, brock yates, san francisco, kowalski, california, vietnam, c-span, john...
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Georgetown University professor Maurice Jackson taught a class on the philosophy of W.E.B. Du Bois, an influential African American sociologist, author and civil rights activist in late-19th and early 20th centuries. He described Du Bois' early life, his role as an educator, and his relationship with other activists of the time. Sponsor: Georgetown University
Topics: washington, germany, naacp, ghana, w.e.b. dubois, harper, john brown, harvard, d.c., esther...
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Topics: bakersfield, california, chavez, cesar chavez, united farm, cesar, brown, ufw, robert kennedy,...
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Former Charleston, South Carolina Mayor Joseph Riley and professor Kerry Taylor co-taught a course at The Citadel military college looking at why a new African American history museum is being built in the city. They're joined by Walter Hood, University of California, Berkely professor of landscape architecture, who talks about his landscape design plans for the museum. Sponsor: Citadel, The
Topics: walter, charleston, riley, wilson, north carolina, california, macon, charlotte, calhoun, south...
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Former Charleston, South Carolina Mayor Joseph Riley and professor Kerry Taylor co-taught a course at The Citadel military college looking at why a new African American history museum is being built in the city. They're joined by Walter Hood, University of California, Berkely professor of landscape architecture, who talks about his landscape design plans for the museum. Sponsor: Citadel, The
Topics: charleston, walter, wilson, joseph riley, california, north carolina, fmr, charlotte, virginia,...
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Professor Stephen Berry talked about coroners in the 19th century South. He discussed the role of a coroner as an agent of the state and talked about the records created from coroner inquests. He argued that coroners can shed light on the emerging patterns of death within a society and reveal potential threats to public health such as diseases or a lack of industrial safety. Sponsor: University of Georgia
Topics: hamburg, south carolina, doc adams, michael jordan, stephen berry, milwaukee, france, new york,...
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Professor David Farber teaches twentieth-century American history at Temple University in Philadelphia. In this lecture to a history class he focused on the origin of the 1960s Vietnam anti-war movement, and his view of how it helped to expand the nation's democratic process. Sponsor: Temple University | History Department
Topics: vietnam, johnson, pentagon, new york, berkeley, michigan, california, washington, nixon, lyndon...
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University of Central Florida professor Yanek Mieczkowski taught a class about some of the people who challenged the status quo of the U.S. auto industry from the post-World War II era to the present day. He discussed the successes and failures of people such as Harley Earl, Preston Tucker, John DeLorean and Elon Musk. Sponsor: University of Central Florida
Topics: preston tucker, tucker, tesla, harley earl, john delorean, general motors, eisenhower, detroit,...
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Air Force veteran and former NASA flight and mission director Gene Kranz discussed his life and career, culminating with his work for the Apollo program. This talk marking the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 was part of the American Veterans Center annual conference in Washington, D.C. Sponsor: American Veterans Center
Topics: nasa, texas, houston, jared, navy, korea, bombay, john hodge, zanzibar, gus grisham, john glenn,...
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Sponsor: Bakersfield College
Topics: bakersfield, california, chavez, cesar chavez, united farm, cesar, brown, ufw, robert kennedy,...
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Air Force veteran and former NASA flight and mission director Gene Kranz discussed his life and career, culminating with his work for the Apollo program. This talk marking the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 was part of the American Veterans Center annual conference in Washington, D.C. Sponsor: American Veterans Center
Topics: texas, nasa, bombay, houston, jared, navy, korea, john hodge, gus grisham, john glenn, california,...
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On "Lectures in History," Emory University professor Patrick Allitt teaches a class about the California Gold Rush of the mid-1800s. He describes how people got there, the physical geography of the area, and the evolving technology used to mine gold. Sponsor: Emory University
Topics: california, georgia, nevada, sacramento, mexico, san francisco, san francisco bay, jackson, mexico...
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George Washington University professor and emergency physician Dr. Leana Wen offered a first-hand account of working in public health. Enoch Pratt Libraryand the Baltimore Community Foundation hosted this virtual event. Sponsor: Enoch Pratt Free Library
Topics: baltimore, china, elijah cummings, rwanda, cummings
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Professor David Farber teaches twentieth-century American history at Temple University in Philadelphia. In this lecture to a history class he focused on the origin of the 1960s Vietnam anti-war movement, and his view of how it helped to expand the nation's democratic process. Sponsor: Temple University | History Department
Topics: vietnam, johnson, pentagon, berkeley, michigan, new york, lyndon johnson, california, washington,...
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Experts testified before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis to evaluate the effectiveness of pandemic relief programs. Several witnesses pointed to research data showing the positive impact the bipartisan legislation had on reducing poverty, food insecurity, housing instability and child care. Sponsor: House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Select Coronavirus Crisis
Topics: biden, fda, australia, china, ctc, brown, wilson, scalise, clyburn, yellen, schafer, foster,...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, yale, fbi, new york, united states government, belize, europe, france, betty, kennedy, obama,...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, yale, fbi, new york, united states government, belize, europe, france, betty, kennedy, obama,...
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Former Charleston, South Carolina Mayor Joseph Riley and professor Kerry Taylor co-taught a course at The Citadel military college looking at why a new African American history museum is being built in the city. They're joined for this class session by Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who shared his experiences as the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Citadel provided this video. Sponsor: Citadel, The
Topics: smithsonian, d.c., charleston, lonnie, washington, quincy jones, sweden, joseph, chicago, joe...
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Automotive experts testified on innovations and safety related to autonomous vehicles (AV) and artificial intelligence (AI) before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. The witnesses spoke about the need to compete with China in both AV and AI technology. They responded to a variety of questions about regulations and standards for autonomous vehicles, the impacts of AV technology on jobs and manufacturing, and the benefits of the emerging technology to improve vehicle safety when it comes...
Topics: mr. levine, rajkumar, china, schakowsky, mr. regan, rajkamur, dunn, bilirakis, pallone, rodgers,...
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Environmental experts testified on water quality issues during a hearing before a House subcommittee. Sponsor: House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Topics: epa, sutherland, madame chair, california, virginia, moore, tucson, north carolina, roser, charles...
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Professor David O'Connell talked about presidential legacies and the factors that contribute to making a presidential term successful. He spoke about several rankings of presidents that have been done over the years and compares the criteria and results. Sponsor: Dickinson College
Topics: carter, washington, eisenhower, obama, franklin roosevelt, reagan, bush, truman, andrew jackson,...
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Former Charleston, South Carolina Mayor Joseph Riley and professor Kerry Taylor co-taught a course at The Citadel military college looking at why a new African American history museum is being built in the city. They're joined by Walter Hood, University of California, Berkely professor of landscape architecture, who talks about his landscape design plans for the museum. Sponsor: Citadel, The
Topics: walter, charleston, riley, wilson, north carolina, california, macon, charlotte, calhoun, harry...
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University of Colorado Denver professor Sarah Fields taught a class about the 1981 Jean Harris trial, who was accused of murdering the "Scarsdale Diet" doctor. Professor Fields described Harris' background, her long relationship with Dr. Herman Tarnower, and her conviction for the doctor's murder. Sponsor: University of Colorado Denver
Topics: jean harris, lizzie borden, tarnower, harris, jean, lynne, new york, washington, d.c., ms. harris,...
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University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee visiting professor John Prevas taught a class at IMG Academy about the First and Second amendments to the U.S. Constitution, using court cases to demonstrate how these rights have been interpreted. Located in Bradenton, Florida, IMG Academy is a college preparatory boarding school focused on student-athletes. Mr. Prevas teaches at the school as part of IMG Academy's partnership with the University of South Florida to offer certain students courses...
Topics: new york, heller, florida, illinois, john, johnson, columbia, texas, adolph hitler, american nazi,...
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American University professor Pamela Nadell taught a class about the rise in anti-Semitism in America between World War I and II. She described the 1915 lynching of Jewish man Leo Frank in Georgia, how international anti-Semitic texts made their way to America, and the role Henry Ford played in spreading anti-Jewish sentiments. Sponsor: American University
Topics: leo frank, henry ford, georgia, europe, new york, hitler, germany, mary phagan, columbia, los...
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American University professor Pamela Nadell taught a class about the rise in anti-Semitism in America between World War I and II. She described the 1915 lynching of Jewish man Leo Frank in Georgia, how international anti-Semitic texts made their way to America, and the role Henry Ford played in spreading anti-Jewish sentiments. Sponsor: American University
Topics: leo frank, henry ford, georgia, europe, new york, hitler, germany, mary phagan, columbia, los...
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Wentworth Institute of Technology professor Allison Lange taught a class about the Women's Suffrage Movement. Professor Lange drew from from her book, "Picturing Political Power," to describe how women's voting rights activists and their opponents used images to support their causes. This class was part of a National Endowment for the Humanities institute for college and university teachers hosted by the City University of New York Graduate Center. Sponsor: City University of New York...
Topics: washington, d.c., white house, mary church terrell, susan b. anthony, anthony, stanton, north...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, cooper, yale, roswell, betty, kennedy, new york, matthew, eisenhower, europe, kennedy, nafta,...
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American University professor Pamela Nadell taught a class about the rise in anti-Semitism in America between World War I and II. She described the 1915 lynching of Jewish man Leo Frank in Georgia, how international anti-Semitic texts made their way to America, and the role Henry Ford played in spreading anti-Jewish sentiments. Sponsor: American University
Topics: leo frank, henry ford, georgia, europe, new york, hitler, germany, mary phagan, columbia, los...
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White House Historical Association historian and American University lecturer Matthew Costello taught a class on White House myths. He talked about the realities and legends behind often repeated stories such as the tunnel system, a gift alligator, how decorating traditions began, and Dolley Madison rescuing George Washington's portrait. Sponsor: American University
Topics: white house, washington, truman, dolly madison, jackson, jennings, eisenhower, lafayette, new york,...
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Stanford University professor Clayborne Carson talks about civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.'s upbringing and chronicles his early career as a reverend. Professor Carson's class took place at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta - where MLK and his father were both pastors. The class was part of a three-week seminar that included field trips to visit civil rights historic sites. Sponsor: Stanford University | Martin Luther King, Jr., Research and Education Institute
Topics: martin luther king, martin, williams, george kelsey, moorhouse, joe biden, atlanta, michael king,...
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Texas Woman's University professor Katherine Landdeck taught a class about the ways American women contributed to the war effort during World War II. She detailed the expectations for women on the home front to write letters to soldiers, plant victory gardens, and work in factories. She also compared what options were available to women for service with each military branch. Sponsor: Texas Woman's University
Topics: navy, johnny, arlington, houston, europe, britain, mexico, hitler, pacific, rosie riveter, norman...
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University of North Florida professor David Courtwright taught a class about changes in immigration demographics and the rise of nativism in the early 20th century. Sponsor: University of North Florida
Topics: europe, ellis island, caribbean, new york, italy, india, poland, new york city, c-span, canada,...
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The Reagan Institute hosted a virtual discussion on national defense policy with former Defense Secretaries Leon Panetta (2011-13) and Mark Esper (2019-20), and former National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster (2017-18). Several topics were discussed, including China and great power competition, U.S. troops in Afghanistan, and the importance of the national defense budget. They also addressed the rise and threat of domestic terrorism, and how best to combat it, whether through law enforcement or...
Topics: china, mcmaster, iran, esper, roger, reagan, biden, afghanistan, panetta, mark esper, pacific,...
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Author Shirley Ann Higuchi talked about her book, "Setsuko's Secret: Heart Mountain and the Legacy of the Japanese American Incarceration." The book chronicles Ms. Higuchi's quest to uncover her mother's history and understand the trauma that shaped an entire generation - as well as her own life. Heart Mountain Relocation Center in Wyoming was one of 10 sites around the country where the U.S. military forcibly moved about 110,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. Author Shirley...
Topics: wyoming, california, michigan, shirley, roosevelt, hawaii, ann arbor, washington, setsuko, franklin...
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University of Dayton professors John Heitmann and Todd Uhlman taught a class about 1970s American car culture and films of the era. Using examples like "Easy Rider," "American Graffiti" and "Badlands," they argued these films reflected many Americans' disillusionment and glorified the open road as a way to take back control in the face of societal changes. They also talked about the impact of oil shortages, the rise of coast-to-coast races called "Cannonball...
Topics: george lucas, roger corman, san francisco, kowalski, california, brock yates, vietnam, c-span,...
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Sonoma State University professor Laura Watt teaches a class on the evolution of a national park system and the effort to preserve pristine wilderness. She argues that this approach often obscures the ways humans have already interacted with the land. She also talks about her research on the Point Reyes National Seashore which used to be a dairy ranch community before it was designated a national park in the 1960s. Sponsor: Sonoma State University
Topics: europe, california, yosemite valley, yosemite, new york, national seashore, new york city, niagara,...
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Professors Mae Ngai and Josh Blackman talked about the 1886 Supreme Court decision in Yick Wo v. Hopkins, a case in which a Chinese laundry owner challenged a discriminatory city ordinance. The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that the 14th Amendment's promise of equal protection extends to immigrants and citizens. The guests also responded to viewer phone calls and social media comments. Clips were shown of Former California Appeals Court Judge Harry Low describing some of the legal challenges...
Topics: california, china, san francisco, v. hopkins, yick, hopkins, friedman
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Descendants and participants in landmark Supreme Court cases talk about the legacies of those historic decisions. Cases discussed include Korematsu v. United States during War War II, Brown v. Board of Education during the Civil Rights era, and Tinker v. Des Moines during the Vietnam War. The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia hosted this event. Sponsor: National Constitution Center
Topics: brown, karen, california, pearl harbor, national constitution, petitioner, washington d.c., kansas,...
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On February 27, 1968, CBS News anchor Walter Cronkite closed a special report on Vietnam with a pessimistic assessment of the U.S. war effort. Mr. Cronkite's remarks are often cited as a turning point in American public opinion against the war and credited with playing a role in President Lyndon Johnson's surprise decision a month later not to run for a second term. But American University professor Joseph Campbell, who taught a class about what's known as the "Cronkite Moment,"...
Topics: cronkite, vietnam, johnson, walter cronkite, lyndon johnson, eugene mccarthy, white house, texas,...
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Professor David Farber teaches twentieth-century American history at Temple University in Philadelphia. In this lecture to a history class he focused on the origin of the 1960s Vietnam anti-war movement, and his view of how it helped to expand the nation's democratic process. Sponsor: Temple University | History Department
Topics: vietnam, johnson, pentagon, berkeley, lyndon johnson, michigan, california, washington, james...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, new york, fbi, yale, kennedy, irving, europe, united states government, betty, belize,...
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Indiana University Bloomington professor Stephen Andrews taught a class about conspiracy culture in American history. He described how conspiracy theories have changed over time, but often include involvement of groups such as the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones. He talked about how in the 1950s a prominent aspect of conspiracy theories was the threat of communism, but in later decades a global "New World Order" was a more common feature. This is the first of a two-part...
Topics: cia, europe, new york, united states government, yale, obama, fbi, belize, kennedy, betty, france,...
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Duquesne University president Ken Gormley taught a class looking at constitutional issues that arose during the presidencies of Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. He gave particular focus to the Watergate investigation and questions of control over Nixon's secretly recorded White House tapes, as well as issues surrounding Ford's pardon of Nixon following the 37th president's resignation in August 1974. Duquesne University moved its classes online due to the coronavirus pandemic, and video of the...
Topics: nixon, nixon, richard nixon, white house, ford, california, washington, nixon, new york, elliott...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill professor Joseph Glatthaar teaches a class about the Korean War, General Douglas MacArthur's removal from command by President Harry Truman, and civil-military relations. Sponsor: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Topics: macarthur, korea, truman, north korea, south korea, un, china, north koreans, macarthur, europe,...
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On "Lectures in History," Chapman University history professor Jennifer Keene looks at myths about America's involvement in World War I, including the misconceptions that the U.S. was not involved in Europe prior to entering the war, or that World War I failed to have a lasting impact on American society. Sponsor: Chapman University
Topics: germany, woodrow wilson, europe, belgium, herbert hoover, washington, alvin york, wilson, russia,...
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John Dean, former White House counsel to President Nixon and now Barry Goldwater Chair of American Institutions at Arizona State University, teaches a class on Watergate and the discovery of the Nixon White House taping system. In June 1973, during testimony before the Senate Watergate Committee, Mr. Dean implicated President Nixon and administration officials -- including himself -- in the Watergate cover-up. Mr. Dean later pleaded guilty of obstruction of justice for his role in Watergate and...
Topics: nixon, haldeman, white house, nixon, fred thompson, alex, nixon, butterfield, butterfield, don...
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San Diego State University professor Pierre Asselin taught a class on the Vietnam War, looking at the conflict from U.S. escalation in 1965 to the fall of Saigon in 1975. He described the tactics of both sides and outlined how the South Vietnamese were supported by America forces, while the North Vietnamese received supplies from both China and the Soviet Union. He argued that the United States was in Vietnam to prove the viability of capitalism and the American system of government. Sponsor:...
Topics: vietnam, hanoi, johnson, nixon, nixon, saigon, kissinger, westmoreland, cambodia, soviets, moscow,...
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Georgetown University professor Bonnie Morris talked about discrimination against women in sports and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Sponsor: Georgetown University
Topics: arizona, ncaa, yale, texas, georgetown, new england, virginia, michigan, d.c., clinton, chelsea,...
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University of Michigan professor Melissa Borja taught a class about Southeast Asian migration to the United States and post-Vietnam War refugees. She examined how laws and public opinion have changed over the past five decades and emphasized the difference between immigrants and refugees. Sponsor: University of Michigan | Ross (Stephen M.) School of Business
Topics: vietnam, saigon, laos, thailand, niceville, syria, europe, minnesota, southeast asia, cambodia,...
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Environmental experts testified on water quality issues during a hearing before a House subcommittee. Sponsor: House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Topics: epa, california, tucson, north carolina, virginia, mr. kennedy, lowenthal, sutherland, norton,...
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American University professor Pamela Nadell taught a class about the rise in anti-Semitism in America between World War I and II. She described the 1915 lynching of Jewish man Leo Frank in Georgia, how international anti-Semitic texts made their way to America, and the role Henry Ford played in spreading anti-Jewish sentiments. Sponsor: American University
Topics: leo frank, henry ford, georgia, europe, new york, hitler, germany, mary phagan, columbia, los...
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Wentworth Institute of Technology professor Allison Lange taught a class about the Women's Suffrage Movement. Professor Lange drew from from her book, "Picturing Political Power," to describe how women's voting rights activists and their opponents used images to support their causes. This class was part of a National Endowment for the Humanities institute for college and university teachers hosted by the City University of New York Graduate Center. Sponsor: City University of New York...
Topics: white house, washington, susan b. anthony, elizabeth cady stanton, pennsylvania, d.c., north...
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University of Michigan professor Melissa Borja taught a class about Southeast Asian migration to the United States and post-Vietnam War refugees. She examined how laws and public opinion have changed over the past five decades and emphasized the difference between immigrants and refugees. Sponsor: University of Michigan | Ross (Stephen M.) School of Business
Topics: vietnam, laos, saigon, thailand, niceville, cambodia, syria, europe, minnesota, southeast asia,...
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Michael Kazin talked about culture and society in the 1920s. He spoke about Prohibition and the exploits of the gangster Al Capone, who eventually went to prison on tax evasion charges, the motion picture industry and the new production codes that sought to reduce sexuality in films, and the 1925 State of Tennessee v. John Thomas Scopes trial, in which a high school teacher faced charges of unlawfully teaching evolution in a state-funded school. Sponsor: Georgetown University | History...
Topics: bryan, darrow, klan, chicago, tennessee, al capone, dayton, billy, indiana, capone, russia, new...
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Guilford Technical Community College professor Jeff Kinard taught a class about Civil War weaponry and shared artifacts such as muskets, carbines and revolvers. He described technological advances, such as breech loading and rifled barrels, that allowed soldiers to fire faster and with more accuracy. Sponsor: Guilford Technical Community College
Topics: kinard, north carolina, canon, burnside, spencer, gettysburg, texas, flint, virginia, calvary,...
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Davidson College professor Sally McMillen talked about the polio epidemic in the United States in the early to mid-20th century. Fear of contracting polio grew following a series of outbreaks, including one in 1916 that started in Brooklyn, New York, and eventually killed more than 6,000 people. She also spoke about the efforts of President Franklin Roosevelt to help find a cure, in part by starting the March of Dimes organization. Sponsor: Davidson College
Topics: roosevelt, sabin, new york, roosevelt, new york city, elizabeth, franklin roosevelt, hoover,...
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George Washington University professor and emergency physician Dr. Leana Wen offered a first-hand account of working in public health. Enoch Pratt Libraryand the Baltimore Community Foundation hosted this virtual event. Sponsor: Enoch Pratt Free Library
Topics: baltimore, china, elijah cummings, rwanda, cummings
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Automotive experts testified on innovations and safety related to autonomous vehicles (AV) and artificial intelligence (AI) before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. The witnesses spoke about the need to compete with China in both AV and AI technology. They responded to a variety of questions about regulations and standards for autonomous vehicles, the impacts of AV technology on jobs and manufacturing, and the benefits of the emerging technology to improve vehicle safety when it comes...
Topics: china, mr. levine, nhtsa, mr. regan, florida, raj kumar, biden, arizona, levine, bilirakis, europe,...
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The House Small Business Committee held a virtual hearing on Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness. Testifying before the committee were representatives from the Small Business Administration (SBA) and lending institutions, as well as non-profits that provide financial guidance to underserved communities. They discussed several topics including the SBA loan forgiveness portal, obstacles faced by borrowers and loan providers, protecting against fraud, and how best to streamline the loan...
Topics: sba, mr. fisher, ppp, fda, velazquez, new york, houlihan, washington, meuser, williams, ms....
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The House Small Business Committee held a virtual hearing on Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness. Testifying before the committee were representatives from the Small Business Administration (SBA) and lending institutions, as well as non-profits that provide financial guidance to underserved communities. They discussed several topics including the SBA loan forgiveness portal, obstacles faced by borrowers and loan providers, protecting against fraud, and how best to streamline the loan...
Topics: sba, ppp, mr. fisher, payne, new york, fisher, luetkemeyer, ms. payne, nalcab, washington, texas,...
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Lynn Hudson talked about her book, "West of Jim Crow: The Fight Against California's Color Line." She described African Americans' quest for civil rights in California from statehood in 1850 through the 1950s. This virtual program was hosted by the California Historical Society. Sponsor: California Historical Society
Topics: california, brown, naacp, l.a., los angeles, klan, chicago, ku klux klan, san francisco, montana,...
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