Capitalism vs. Slavery…and The New York Times' 1619 Project
Economic historian Phillip W. Magness on classical liberalism and abolition, Abraham Lincoln's contested legacy, and why history matters in contemporary politics.
Abraham Lincoln
What The New York Times' 1619 Project Gets Wrong About Capitalism: Phillip Magness
In a new collection, the economic historian documents how classical liberals pushed for abolition and equality in 19th-century America.
Not Even Lincoln Is Spared the Wrath of the Statue Topplers
Who would have guessed the author of the Gettysburg Address was a white supremacist?
Abe Lincoln's Visit to Richmond, Va. Caused Controversy, Back in 2002
Monuments do not merely signify the existence of historical facts; they pass judgment upon them.
The Last Witness to Lincoln's Assassination Goes On a Game Show
It has been 150 years since John Wilkes Booth killed Abraham Lincoln. This man was there.
Venerating Lincoln
A history of Abraham Lincoln's critics would be improved if the author weren't so smitten with Lincoln himself.
Tonight on The Independents: A Very Special Presidents' Day Episode
It's a Fox Business presidentapalooza.
Pennsylvania Paper Apologizes For Trashing the Gettysburg Address
Writer from The Patriot-News commented on Lincoln's "silly remarks" 150 years ago
Lincoln Memorial Vandalized With Paint
Green paint splashed on the floor and base of the statue