How Party Politics Destroys Independent Thought and Liberty
“Nothing is more dangerous to the cause of truth and liberty than a party-spirit.” Noah Webster didn’t mince words. Over 200 years ago, he saw the warning signs we still ignore today – the danger of trading truth and principle for party loyalty. This isn’t...
Tribal Loyalties, Lost Liberties: Unheeded Warnings from the Founders
“I would quarrel with both parties, and with every individual of each, before I would subjugate my understanding, or prostitute my tongue or pen to either.” John Adams didn’t pull any punches. Though his presidency was marred by his signing of the Alien and Sedition...
Today in History: Aaron Burr Fatally Wounds Alexander Hamilton in Duel
On July 11, 1804, Aaron Burr fatally shot Alexander Hamilton during a duel. The duel was the culmination of years of conflict between the two men. They were bitter political rivals from opposing factions and the animosity often got personal. Ironically, George...