Declaration of Independence

The vice president faced criticism for her speech in favor of abortion rights in Tallahassee, Florida, to mark the 50th anniversary of "Roe v. Wade."

We are all heirs of the work Jefferson and our Founding Fathers did in the 18th century. But like any inheritance, it's easy to squander.

Biden warned that "MAGA Republicans" represent "an extremism that threatens the very foundations of our republic."

The men and women who run America's elite institutions have grown accustomed to ruling the country at their whim.

"Principles don't vacillate."

If Judge Jackson does not believe that our rights as Americans are "natural," originating from our equal status as human beings, from where does she think our rights come?

"The Constitution grants us rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—not abortions," the Republican senator wrote in a tweet.

Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. He was in France while the U.S. Constitution was being written.

This Fourth of July provided some unexpected perspective on the ferocious fights currently raging over the teaching of American history and values.

The rare document is one of the last six copies of the Declaration of Independence that remains in private hands.

On Independence Day we reflect on a remarkable moment 245 years ago, when 56 men gathered in Philadelphia to sign the Declaration of Independence.

Frederick Douglass delivered his famous address on July 5, 1852. It has since been recited by actors including James Earl Jones and Ossie Davis.

Get in the Independence Day spirit by watching this list of movies set during the 4th of July weekend.

Three great American leaders of the past provide some insights about the founding of our nation.

Here is a brief history of America's declaration of independence from Great Britain, the founding of the U.S., and 4th of July celebrations.

American history has great flaws, and the brutal inhumanity of slavery is its worst, but the American story is driven by its principles—not its imperfections.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is right to defend the rich tradition of natural human rights.

Author Joel L. Daniels debates Ryan P. Williams, president of the Claremont Institute.

America's Founding principles are just and worth defending.

We are all the intellectual inheritors of the Declaration of Independence.

"We have a chance to rip the roots of systemic racism out of this country. We have a chance to live up to the words that founded this nation," the former vice president said in a new campaign video.

The Fourth of July is typically celebrated with barbecues, large gatherings, parades and fireworks, but this year things will be a bit different. Here are some quotes to reflect on during the day.

We must fall in love with America all over again, and Independence Day is the best time to start.

The nation built on freedom to dissent is trying to break a dissident who rebelled in the name of freedom.

The founders weren't exactly free traders.

In an article posted to the newspaper's website, the editor said he suspected it was the phrase "Indian Savages" that triggered the deletion.

"Benedict Arnold is one of my favorite breakfasts," Meyers reads from a book he jokes is written by Trump.

The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is what Americans know best, but 14 other patriotic events occurred over the years on the same day.

Take out a copy of the Declaration of Independence and read it. And start telling stories about our country.

The document's fiery language of revolt against tyranny inflamed those who see Trump as an autocrat.