Amid contention, criticism, and compromise, a divided nation had to present a unified front. It came at a cost.

It doesn't matter what the founders intended in the Declaration of Independence, the Rev. Byron Williams argues. It's all in writing.

What used to be centered around debate, discussion, and understanding has increasingly shifted toward emotional reactions, identity loyalty, and constant outrage. Instead of encouraging ... more ...

As the USA celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a leading historian talks about why it ...

Suffice it to say, America is somewhat undereducated when it comes to civics, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Now is the time to change this ...