The Latest Breaking News from Arthur Schlesinger Jr

The libertarian case for the late Jimmy Carter.

John F. Kennedy retains an iconic status as an exemplary – even inspirational – public figure and his leadership approach has been influential for decades.

Historian Samuel Moyn's account of the downfall of liberalism raises intriguing questions — but can't answer them

Every American president has landed in the history books. And historians’ assessments of their performance have been generally consistent over time. But some presidents’ rankings have changed as the nation – and historians themselves – reassessed the country’s values and priorities.