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Who was the first president to visit Chicago?

On Presidents’ Day, we can still explore presidential trivia, despite the Trump enormity.

Chicago Sun-Times

San Francisco mayor: recalled school board members were distracted by politics

Covid closures and attempt to rename schools deemed named for figures linked to injustice, including Abraham Lincoln, fueled vote

The Guardian - US

The best of Abraham Lincoln on film and TV

There's a reason Presidents Day was designated to honor George Washington and Abraham Lincoln and not, say, Millard Fillmore and Martin Van Buren.

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VIEWPOINT 1: We still need honest presidents

Presidents Day inevitably raises the question of what characteristics we want to see in our presidents. This leads us to our consensus greatest presidents, namely George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Both were known for their honesty: Washington had the famous “I cannot tell a lie” story with the cherry tree,…

Tribune News Service

All American presidents have lied – the question is why and when

Those who dislike a president tend to emphasize the frequency or skill with which he lies.

The Conversation

What to stream: Celebrate the Oval Office with these Presidents Day picks

Lots of ink is spilled over that other holiday in February, and especially what to watch for it, but we have to admit the best February holiday is the one that actually involves a day off: Presidents Day. What finer way to honor our three-day weekend, and the birthdays of…

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Commentary: On abortion, both parties can learn from Lincoln

Every February, birthday celebrations for George Washington and Abraham Lincoln bring Democrats and Republicans together around what really matters: mattress markdowns and special sales. Nothing inspires national unity more than discount shopping.

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Why Abraham Lincoln’s meetings with Black Americans matter

Jonathan White’s new book, A House Built By Slaves, takes its title from Michelle Obama and is published at a time of intense controversy over American history and its teaching

The Guardian - US

A nation mired in chaos and ignorance

With the world facing disaster in Eastern Europe, Republicans rally around fascism — and the media is stupefied

Salon

Commentary: Was Abraham Lincoln the first animal rights president?

President Abraham Lincoln is one of the most honorable men ever to have served in office. Of course, he’s known for the Emancipation Proclamation and many other lasting decisions, but many may not know of his animal rights leanings — even back in the 1800s.

Tribune News Service

Top 10 books about US presidents

From the anguish of Lincoln to the showbiz of Reagan and Obama’s introspection, these books show the power and helplessness of America’s commanders-in-chief

The Guardian - UK

The best Apple TV Plus shows: 34 great series to stream in July 2024

Here are the best Apple TV Plus shows you can watch right now, including Presumed Innocent.

TechRadar

The Best and Worst Presidents (According to the Stock Market)

Which U.S. presidents oversaw the best and worst stock market performances? Just for grins, let's see what a 'stock market Mount Rushmore' might look like.

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