Eric Foner’s new book tells a sad story: how the U.S. Supreme Court, many Southern states and Congress delayed the implementation of three important constitutional amendments for nearly a century.

The sacrifice of those we remember this month with “our undying gratitude” will not have been in vain.

In a troubled time in our nation's history, can we unite around shared commitments to freedom, human dignity and truth?

World War II in Europe ended on May 7, 1945, with the unconditional surrender of the German Reich. The official celebration is normally marked May 8.

How is the modern game of baseball played, and what is expected? How does it differ from past generations of players?

Galileo's struggles with ignorant authorities have eerie parallels in our own age.