Time Machine: The Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Handwriting

Time Machine: The Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Handwriting

For much of modern American history, handwriting was more than a basic classroom exercise. It was a fundamental skill, a marker of education, personal expression, and everyday communication. From penmanship drills in elementary school to ... Read Now >
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Time Machine: Iran from the American Perspective

For most of the last century of American history, public opinion on Iran has been shaped by moments
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Time Machine: The American Dream

The American Dream has long been a guiding idea in the United States, the belief that hard work
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Time Machine: Higher Ed

For much of modern American history, college has been more than an educational path. It has been a
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Time Machine: Winter Olympics

Every four years, the Winter Olympics return with a blend of athletic spectacle, global politics, and national pride.
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Time Machine: Flu Shots

For more than six decades, the flu shot has been a key tool in protecting public health in
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Time Machine: Labor Unions

In any political debate, you'll hear candidates express support for unions, labeling them as the cornerstone of American
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Time Machine: Auto Industry

For over a century, the American auto industry has shaped how people live, travel, and connect. But, behind
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Time Machine: Smoking in Public? Yuck!

In the summer of 1939, America was on the brink of war abroad and inhaling deeply at home.
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Time Machine: Food Labels

Ever wonder why your granola bar boasts about "whole" grains? Behind every word on a food label is