The West Wing is my favorite TV show. As a professional historian focusing on presidential elections and American political history, I admire Aaron Sorkinâs patriotic and idealistic writing about government. Itâs easy to be cynical about politicians, but Sorkin created … Continue reading
For decades, The Making of the President 1960 by Theodore White was considered the definitive book on presidential elections, offering a detailed account of the Kennedy-Nixon race. While Whiteâs work remains a classic, Game Change by John Heilemann and Mark … Continue reading
John Hancock: More Than a Signature  Today, John Hancock is best remembered for his bold signature on the Declaration of Independence, but his contributions to American history go far beyond that iconic  moment. In fact, thereâs a theoretical argument … Continue reading
If not for narrow losses in three key states leading to an Electoral College defeat, Hillary Clinton would have become the first woman President of the United States. Vice President Kamala Harris, seeking the presidency in 2024, rarely emphasizes the … Continue reading
On August 3, 2024, Former President Donald Trump reneged on a promise and announced he would skip the agreed-upon debate with Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, scheduled to air on ABC on September 10, 2024. Despite his decision, ABC … Continue reading