One of the most enduring myths of American history is that Herbert Hoover was a laissez-faire advocate who “did nothing” ...

A fierce advocate for the downtrodden during her husband’s presidency, Roosevelt spent her later years pushing for human ...

The politics of hard times -- Winter of despair -- The hundred day's war -- Over the top -- Waiting for lefty -- One third of a nation -- The second hundred days -- The new deal at high tide -- A ...

In 1938, the farm in Eastern Colorado where Frances and Ernest Crane struggled to make a living was played out. So, when they learned of a federal program to allow them to purchase better land in ...