Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1719, Joseph Addison, English essayist, poet, playwright, and politician (born 1672) passed away. In 1775, American Revolutionary War: Colonists inflict heavy casualties on British forces while losing the Battle of Bunker Hill. In 1861, American Civil War: Battle of Vienna, Virginia. In 1867, John Robert Gregg, Irish-born American educator, publisher, and humanitarian (died 1948) was born. In 1901, The College Board introduces its first standardized test, the forerunner to the SAT. In 1922, John Amis, English journalist and critic (died 2013) was born. In 1952, Estelle Morris, Baroness Morris of Yardley, English educator and politician, Secretary of State for Education was born. In 1958, Sam Hamad, Syrian-Canadian academic and politician was born. In 1963, The United States Supreme Court rules 8-1 in Abington School District v. Schempp against requiring the reciting of Bible verses and the Lord's Prayer in public schools. In 1975, James Phinney Baxter III, American historian and academic (born 1893) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
What would the founders think of America’s schools today?
The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As we reflect on our nation’s founding ideals, many are asking whether we are living up to the promises set forth in the declaration and the Constitution. This is noble and necessary self-reflection. And the same self-reflection must be done []
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