Women Senators Couldn’t Wear Pants on Senate Floor Until 1993
Discover the surprising history of the Women Senators’ Pants Rule and how it shaped dress codes in the U.S. Senate until its repeal in 1993.
Richard Nixon Used Poker Winnings to Fund His First Campaign
Before embarking on his political career that would eventually lead him to the White House, Richard Nixon served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. It was during this time that Nixon honed his skills as a poker player, a talent that would unexpectedly play a role in launching his political ambitions. While stationed…
John Tyler Was the First Unelected U.S. President
In 1841, John Tyler became the 10th U. S. President unexpectedly. This unexpected rise to the top was a key moment in American history. Born in Virginia in 1790, Tyler’s path to the White House was not usual. Despite having a less prominent political background compared to his predecessors, Tyler’s ascent was a consequence of…