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How the Education System Has Evolved in the United States: the 1600s-1800s
This two-part series blog focuses on the history of education throughout the United States. This section focuses on the 17th-19st century.
chloekatherinen
Aug 31, 20223 min read
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Thomas Jefferson & The Louisiana Purchase
"I know that the acquisition of Louisiana has been disapproved by some ... that the enlargement of our territory would endanger its...
Liz Bowers
Jul 21, 20226 min read
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Alexander Hamilton: The Making of an American
"Give all the power to the many, they will oppress the few. Give all the power to the few, they will oppress the many." - Alexander...
Liz Bowers
May 18, 20227 min read
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Calvin Coolidge: The Virtue of Self-Control
“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent....
Liz Bowers
Apr 19, 20224 min read
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Thomas Jefferson
Upholding the Rights of States and Individuals One thing our founding fathers learned throughout the course of their lives was that...
Liz Bowers
Mar 22, 20223 min read
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Defining Local Self Government
Local self-government is the straightforward concept and design that people within local communities, smaller than a whole state, would...

Donna K. Rice
Mar 2, 20222 min read
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James Madison, Father of the Constitution
Setting the Limits of Government James Madison, the fourth President of the United States, was born March 16, 1751, in Port Conway,...
Liz Bowers
Jan 18, 20223 min read
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A Cornerstone of American Society: The Family
*** Video Transcript Below... Hi friends, this video is a follow-up to our video from last week, The Role of the Family Unit, and today...

Donna K. Rice
Dec 15, 20213 min read
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The Worthiest Companion: Martha Washington
"I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time nor distance can change." - George Washington (to his wife, 1775) Martha...
Liz Bowers
Dec 14, 20213 min read
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Natural Law in the Declaration of Independence
Laying a Firm Foundation The Declaration of Independence sets forth a foundation of our country that has roots in the concept of Natural...

Donna K. Rice
Dec 3, 20212 min read
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Understanding the Separation of Church and State Debate
Religious Values in American Government The arguments regarding the concept of the separation of church and state are perhaps some of the...

Donna K. Rice
Nov 23, 20214 min read
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Sarah Josepha Hale, The Mother of Thanksgiving
Drawing a Divided Nation Together Through Faith, Gratitude, and Family. We often think of the origins of Thanksgiving being the Pilgrims’...
Liz Bowers
Nov 17, 20212 min read
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How the Search for Religious Freedom Shaped America
Understanding the Significance of the Mayflower Compact Several years ago I enjoyed the opportunity to take a Heritage Tour with Focus on...

Donna K. Rice
Nov 11, 20213 min read
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Religious Freedoms - A Cornerstone of Liberty
Religious freedom gives liberty the opportunity to flourish. It does not restrict as some might think. Why? Because the call of the...

Donna K. Rice
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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Natural Law, History, and Heritage
Some Things Should Never Change Natural Law Unless you study law or politics you’re not likely to be familiar with the concept of Natural...

Donna K. Rice
Aug 10, 20213 min read
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Let's Talk Principles
The Truest and deepest principles of human existence don't change with the times! Let's talk principles! Why is a discussion of...

Donna K. Rice
Aug 3, 20212 min read
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Defining Republic Vs. Democracy
We often hear about "threats" to our Democracy, but are we even a Democracy? What is the difference between Republic and Democracy? This...
Liz Bowers
Jul 26, 20214 min read
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Roots of Freedom
A grove of Aspen trees grows from the simple beginning of a single root. They become one of the largest organisms on the planet as a...

Donna K. Rice
Jul 13, 20212 min read
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Celebrating Independence Day in a Time of Fading Liberty
Let the inspiration of the past urge us on to a greater future. It feels like American liberties have taken a severe beating in the last...

Donna K. Rice
Jun 30, 20212 min read
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The Intentional Foundations of The American Republic
Today we'll be discussing the intentional foundations of the American Republic.

Donna K. Rice
Jun 15, 20213 min read
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