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How the Declaration of Independence Captured American Hearts and Minds

[This post is excerpted from the new book, National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America (Avid Reader Press/Simon… The post How the Declaration of Independence Captured American Hearts and Minds appeared first on Reason.com.

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Most Americans are opposed to Trump naming government buildings after himself while in office, poll shows

Only 9 percent of Americans said it would be acceptable for Trump to name government buildings after himself while serving as president

The Independent UK

James Gunn Responds After DC Fans Tried To Poke Holes In Superman

Shots fired (literally).

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What Trump’s post as a Jesus-like figure tells us about political messianism

President Donald Trump sparked immediate outcry on April 12, 2026, when he posted an image of himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post, which Trump later said was supposed to depict him as a doctor, came shortly after the president criticized Pope Leo XIV as “weak” and “terrible.”

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Napoleon, Not Washington: Trump Allegedly Aspires To Join History's 'Great Men' Like Julius Caesar

Donald Trump is reportedly moving away from traditional presidential comparisons, aiming for a legacy akin to history's most absolute conquerors, inspired by the 'Great Man' theory.

International Business Times UK

10 unexpected jobs US Presidents did that will surprise you

Many of the United States’ most influential presidents led ordinary lives before entering politics, working in jobs such as farming, coaching, entertainment, or retail. Long before gaining national and global prominence, their early experiences helped shape key skills like discipline, communication, and public engagement.

The Times of India

Trump’s reasoning for repeatedly being attacked is simple: he thinks he is as great as Abraham Lincoln

The shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on April 25, 2026, which was believed to be a targeted attack against President Donald Trump, has sparked widespread discussion. While some people, especially those active online, think the attack was staged by Trump officials to draw attention to him amid…

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‘I could go on’: Stephen King just named every president who caught a bullet and Congress still can’t act

As usual, Stephen King has no time for stupidity.

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‘It’s a dangerous profession’: Trump compares himself to Abraham Lincoln, saying he is a target of assassinations because he ‘does the most’

Bluster and bravery in the face of fear.

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From Castro to Trump: Leaders who survived the most assassination attempts in history

An armed man opened fire near the White House correspondents' dinner, injuring a Secret Service agent and forcing Donald Trump and top officials to be evacuated. Euronews takes a look at world leaders most targeted by assassination plots.

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Trump Sparks Backlash After Comparing Himself to Lincoln Following Assassination Threats

US President Donald Trump faces criticism for comparing himself to Abraham Lincoln following an assassination scare, sparking backlash from political observers, historians, and the public over historical insensitivity.

International Business Times UK

Trump evacuated after shots fired near White House correspondents' dinner

Following the incident, US President Donald Trump posted a picture of the alleged suspect who reportedly opened fire near the ballroom where the annual correspondents' dinner was being held.

Euronews

Chevrolet Driver Asks Mechanic To Check His A/C. Then The Mechanic Looks At His Tires

Mechanics deal with a lot. Weird noises, mystery smells, cars held together with zip ties and wishful thinking.

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A justice department opinion arguing the Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional could revert the nation to a time when presidents freely burned their papers

Prior to 1978, U.S. presidents could do what they pleased with the records from their time in office. They owned them.

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The futility of Trump’s grandiose personal branding of public assets, from ballrooms and bills to ships and planes

From Trump RX to Trump-class warships, this relentless personal branding is unprecedented — and a case study in the fragility hiding beneath the gold leaf.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln: “Character is like a tree, and reputation like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.”

People are often judged by what others see or hear about them in their daily lives. The way people see and think about someone can affect how they are treated in society. But this view isn't always a full picture of who they really are. This is where Abraham Lincoln's…

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Protecting civilians is a sign of strength – and an American ideal

The US was founded on a pledge to limit the damages of war, even if it has often failed to uphold its commitment

Fortune

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy

As "No Kings" protests draw millions and institutional trust collapses, America's business leaders may be democracy's last credible line.

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Digital Camera World

These astonishing American Civil War photos are 160 years old – but some of them feel surprisingly contemporary

The National Gallery of Art just acquired 35 images that remind us that tech changes, but the rules of good composition are eternal

Roll Call

‘Impulsive and emotional’: Trump tosses traditional wartime presidency blueprint

President Donald Trump has thrown out the blueprint for the wartime American presidency — and it has hindered his management of the Iran conflict, former officials and analysts said. Those experts said this week that where previous U.S. commanders in chief have sought to portray a steel will and generals-based…

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Tom Hanks to star in baseball movie The Comebacker

Hollywood veteran Tom Hanks is to star in a new baseball movie based on a short story called The Comebacker by Dave Eggers.

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81 Victorian Era Photos That Might Change How You See The Period (New Pics)

Some people become obsessed with Ancient Egypt. Others can't stop thinking about the Roman Empire (this is supposedly true for men, according to the internet's inside joke). But the folks over at "Random Victorian Stuff" think that the British Empire under Queen Victoria's rule is the most interesting period. Here…

International Business Times UK

Illinois Election Results 2026: Who Is Don Tracy? The 75-Year-Old Attorney Who Won the Republican Senate Primary

Springfield attorney Don Tracy, backed by strong support, won the Republican primary for Illinois Senate. Facing Democrat Juliana Stratton, he aims to challenge the status quo in November.

The Times of India

Did Iran hit US warship Abraham Lincoln? What we know

Iran's IRGC Navy claimed to have struck the USS Abraham Lincoln with ballistic missiles, rendering it non-operational. However, the US has denied this, stating the carrier continues its operations. Separately, a US Navy vessel reportedly fired on an Iranian ship that approached the Abraham Lincoln, with the Iranian vessel's status…

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20 Most Influential Leaders Who Changed The World (For Better Or Worse)

From visionary heroes to polarizing dictators, explore 20 famous leaders who reshaped our world. Discover the leadership styles and legacies that still define history today.

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