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Diversity is a cornerstone of American identity, acting as a unifying force that has shaped the nation’s past while also laying the groundwork for a more inclusive future. The contributions of diverse ...

There is no perfect society, but American democracy is a governmental system that established a set of freedoms to make it possible to continually improve society. This takes place primarily because ...

In 2026, the United States will mark the 250 th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence − a momentous occasion to reflect on our past, acknowledge our present, and chart a course ...

The commission includes Protestant, Catholic and Jewish people, but no Muslims or other members of minority religious groups.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said, “The diversity lottery was established many decades ago. It was based on questionable assumptions at the time, and it lacks justification to this day. End it.” It ...

Singapore is the most religiously diverse country, and Yemen the least, as of 2020. The U.S. ranks first among nations with large populations.

History, it’s said, is written by the victors. And since Donald Trump won the 2024 general election, he’s been on a campaign to rewrite America’s past by erasing Black history. The latest targets: a ...