Woodrow Wilson’s 14 Points: How a Vision for World Peace FailedPresident Wilson’s blueprint for ending World War I and avoiding all future global disputes was ambitious—but ultimately a failure.Read more
Native Americans Had a Surprising Ally: Richard NixonAfter centuries of devastating government policies, American Indians had someone in the White House willing to return tribal land, listen to grievances—and support their autonomy. Read more
Odd Couples: 4 Surprising Presidential-VP PairingsThese candidates from seemingly opposing ends of the political spectrum were paired (or nearly paired) on a single ticket for the White House.Read more
7 of FDR’s Most Inspiring SpeechesRoosevelt, known as ‘the great communicator,’ used his speeches and fireside chats to calm Americans’ fears during depression and war—and to rally them around his policies.Read more
The Health Problems JFK Hid From the PublicFrom regular infections to excruciating back pain, JFK contended with a range of physical challenges before and during his time in the White House.Read more
FDR’s Presidency: 6 ControversiesOne of America’s most revered presidents, Roosevelt also had his share of missteps—from trying to pack the Supreme Court to incarcerating Japanese Americans.Read more
What Was FDR’s ‘Indian New Deal’?An economic relief program aimed specifically at helping Native American communities during the Great Depression, the legislation marked a sharp U-turn in federal policy toward Indigenous peoples.Read more
FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt’s Children: Who Were They?Franklin Roosevelt’s children offered physical, emotional and political support throughout his presidency.Read more
Inside FDR’s Isolated Childhood—and Privileged UpbringingFranklin D. Roosevelt’s formative years instilled in him the empathy, optimism and stoicism that marked his presidency.Read more
The Multiple Scandals of President Warren G. HardingHush money to mistresses, secret payments for an out-of-wedlock child and far-reaching corruption tainted the 29th president’s legacy.Read more
Inside FDR’s Lifelong Health Struggles—And His Sudden DeathRoosevelt endured persistent physical challenges—including paralysis and heart issues—that were largely shielded from the American public.Read more
What Was the Role of FDR’s ‘Black Cabinet’?Led by Mary McLeod Bethune, this informal network of advisors was the first group to press for civil rights from within the federal government.Read more