In addition to being known as the Father of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson was a lawyer, philosopher and diplomat. He served in numerous political roles, including governor of ...

Since 1787, the concept of a free press has been enshrined in the First Amendment to the Constitution, which bars any law from "abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press." Now, some have taken ...

Thomas Jefferson Foundation at Monticello, portrait of Thomas Jefferson by Thomas Sully, 1856. The internet’s great promise of infinite information brings with it one of the internet’s persistent ...

April 13 marks the third president's 273rd birthday, and believe it or not, there are some quotes from Thomas Jefferson that still stand the test of time. Although the incredibly popular musical ...

When it comes to prominent Republican officials getting caught peddling fake historical quotes, Sen. Rand Paul tends to be in a league of his own. The Kentucky Republican has, after all, been caught ...

Politicians and pundits often cite the Founding Fathers to prove that their views on the role of government are in line with the original vision for American democracy. But misquoting them has also ...

Bob Gilson looks forward to Friday mornings when he and a group of volunteers sort through boxes of donated books at the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library in Virginia Beach. Occasionally, Gilson and ...