Tag Archives: American History

It’s the season for pardons. What is the power about?

Posted on January 18, 2021 by dsheridan

First, the power is only granted to the President to grant pardons and reprieves for Federal crimes. “The President shall…have power to grant reprieves and pardons for offenses against the United States, except in cases of impeachment.” A reprieve is … Continue reading →

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The Preamble: One Sentence That Changed World History

Posted on January 15, 2021 by dsheridan
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Happy Birthday To One Of America’s Founding Fathers

Posted on January 9, 2021 by dsheridan

#OTD, January 9, 1745, an American Founding Father, Caleb Strong, delegate to the Constitutional Convention, is born. Caleb Strong also helped draft his state of Massachusetts’ Constitution, served in the State House and Senate, served for two terms as its … Continue reading →

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