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The purchase of Alaska from Russia is often referred to as “Seward’s Folly” or “Seward’s Icebox“, named after William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State who negotiated the deal. He was a member of the Republican Party. The formal name of the agreement was the Alaska Purchase, and it took place in 1867. The…
The term “Do-Nothing Congress” is often associated with the 80th United States Congress, which served from 1947 to 1949. This label was primarily used by critics, particularly by President Harry S. Truman, to express frustration with what they perceived as a lack of legislative action on important issues. The 80th Congress faced a variety of…
Democrat Tom Suozzi won back his former seat, defeating Republican Mazi Melesa Pilip. Suozzi campaigned on a platform of compromise and common-sense governance, while Pilip focused on immigration and crime issues. The election was a close one, with Suozzi winning by a margin of about 4,000 votes out of more than 200,000 cast. The race…
The tradition of leaving an empty chair in Congress is a symbolic practice that has been observed on various occasions to represent a notable absence or to honor individuals who are unable to attend for significant reasons. There isn’t a specific and continuous tradition known as “The Empty Chair in Congress,” but the concept of…
Donald Trump emerged victorious in the Nevada Republican caucuses, where he was the sole major candidate participating. The caucuses were a peculiar affair, with only 16% of registered voters in Nevada taking part. The state’s GOP organized these caucuses, which occurred just two days after the Republican primary. In that primary, Nikki Haley, despite being…
Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan border package on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, because they were dissatisfied with the deal that included $60 billion in aid to Ukraine and $14 billion for Israel, as well as $20.23 billion for border security and immigration reforms. Some Republicans said the border measures were not enough to address the…
The only president in the United States to serve two non-consecutive terms is Grover Cleveland. He was first elected as the 22nd president in 1884 and served from 1885 to 1889. After losing the 1888 election to Benjamin Harrison, Cleveland ran again in 1892 and won, becoming the 24th president. Therefore, he served two non-consecutive…
The 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution addresses issues related to presidential succession and disability. It was ratified on February 10, 1967, in the aftermath of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The amendment outlines the procedures for filling a vacancy in the office of the Vice President and for responding to situations…
The agreement on border laws is a bipartisan deal that was reached by some senators in the U.S. to address the issues of illegal immigration, asylum reform, and foreign aid. It has been endorsed by President Biden, who urged Congress to pass it. However, the agreement faces many challenges and uncertainties in both the Senate…
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, is the only U.S. president to have received a patent. Before entering politics, Lincoln worked as a lawyer and held a keen interest in engineering and innovation. Lincoln’s early experiences, including his work as a rail-splitter and a boatman, shaped his character and instilled in him…