History

The Democracy Test: 'Why Democracy?'
Political philosopher Danielle Allen says democracy answers the basic human desire to shape our own lives, and that our democracy will be revived by civic engagement.
Documentary: The Making of Male Dominance
A new documentary about the history of patriarchy.
'Rush': The other Founding Father from Philadelphia named Benjamin
Stephen Fried's biography argues that Benjamin Rush -- a pioneering physician, writer and a signatory to the Declaration of Independence -- belongs on the historical tier of Benjamin Franklin.
Evan Thomas, author of 'Being Nixon: A Man Divided'
Was Richard Nixon a patriotic public servant who was intent on accomplishing big things or a scheming criminal mastermind?
Jared Diamond on overcoming national political crises
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jared Diamond is working on a new book that looks at ways to identify, and overcome, national political crises.
APM reports documentary: Order 9066 (Episode 3)
Episode 3 of the APM Reports documentary, "Order 9066," about the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII.
APM reports documentary: Order 9066 (Episode 2)
Episode 2 of the APM Reports documentary, "Order 9066," about the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII. This episode focuses on the War Relocation Authority, which tried to extract loyalty pledges from those incarcerated and enlist them for military service.
Fifty-year-old memories haunt Tracy tornado survivors
It's been 50 years since the day Tracy, Minn., faced a hellish test, and residents found out just how fragile life can be.