Adlai Stevenson

Adlai Stevenson on the cover of Life.

Adlai Stevenson II was one of the most remarkable political figures of the second half of the 20th century. Although his entire career as an elected public official consisted of one term as the governor of Illinois. He ran unsuccessfully … Continue reading

Dorothy Kilgallen

Dorothy Kilgallen is best remembered today as a somewhat flinty regular panelist on the game show “I’ve Got a Secret.” However,  this groundbreaking woman was a pioneer in journalism. Her role in attacking the conclusions of the Warren Commission became … Continue reading