The Constitution: How Did it Happen?
Concern about the Articles of Confederation Just a few years after the Revolutionary War, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and George Washington feared their young country was on the brink of collapse. America’s first constitution, the Articles of Confederation, gave the Confederation Congress the power to make rules and request funds from the states, but it […]
Nature’s Mirrors – Beautiful Lakes in the Summer?
Lakes have captivated the human imagination for centuries. Whether tucked into forested valleys, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, or stretching out like inland seas, lakes are not only serene and beautiful but also critical to ecosystems and human life. Lakes are much more than scenic backdrops—they are living systems that sustain life, offer recreation, and regulate […]
China’s Threat to Chinese-Americans’ Religious Freedom
Ying Chen’s family members were prominent classical musicians with China’s National Philharmonic Orchestra in 1999, when Beijing suddenly decreed a ban on their Buddhism-based Falun Gong religion and persecuted them in harsh labor camps, where they were tortured with electric batons. Twenty years ago, they fled China and resettled in New York’s Orange County, drawn […]
Secretary Rubio Delivers Message for July 4, 2025
U.S. Secretary of State delivers a message for those celebrating U.S. Independence Day. ———- Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. On behalf of the […]