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Heather Cox Richardson on defending the Declaration’s democratic ideals
Words from the opening section of the Declaration of Independence: "When in the course of human events ..."
U.S. Democracy Heather Cox Richardson on defending the Declaration’s democratic ideals

Heather Cox Richardson, Kathryn Dunn Tenpas

July 2, 2026

The most profound line in the Declaration of Independence
illustration, "we mutually pledge ... our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor"
U.S. Democracy The most profound line in the Declaration of Independence

Lindsay Chervinsky, Kathryn Dunn Tenpas

June 25, 2026

What does the Declaration of Independence mean today?
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Why the founders cared about trade and taxes
image for episode of Democracy in Question showing the words "Grievances Part II, Cutting off trade ... imposing taxes without consent ..."
U.S. Democracy Why the founders cared about trade and taxes

Kari Heerman, Vanessa Williamson, Kathryn Dunn Tenpas

June 11, 2026

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