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Former presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson delivers the keynote address during day two of the 1984 Democratic National Convention in San Francisco.

Rev. Jesse Jackson announces his candidacy for the 1988 Democratic nomination for president in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Former presidential candidate Jesse Jackson speaks at the 1988 Democratic National Convention in Atlanta.

Civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson addresses the 2000 Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles.

Monticello's Andrew Davenport reflects on the life and legacy of Thomas Jefferson. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

A forum for leading journalists and public policymakers to discuss key events and legislation.

Historian Karin Wulf reflects on the life and legacy of Martha Washington; her recorded essay is part of a project called "In Pursuit," commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday.

Gonzaga University professor Veta Schlimgen chronicles the history of Hawaii and how it maintained its culture after becoming a U.S. state in 1959. Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, Washington.

Historian Brett Barker tells the story of the Erie Canal and the way it changed American history over the last 200 years.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy remembers the 40th president on the anniversary of his February 6, 1911, birth during a commemorative event at the Reagan presidential library.

Twentieth century archival films on public affairs.

C-SPAN tours the Museum of the American Revolution's Declaration's Journey exhibit, which explores the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to today.

Author Ryan Cole examines the 1824-25 farewell U.S. tour of Marquis de Lafayette, the French military officer who served in the American Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.

Former presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson delivers the keynote address during day two of the 1984 Democratic National Convention in San Francisco.

Rev. Jesse Jackson announces his candidacy for the 1988 Democratic nomination for president in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Former presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson delivers the keynote address during day two of the 1984 Democratic National Convention in San Francisco.

Former presidential candidate Jesse Jackson speaks at the 1988 Democratic National Convention in Atlanta.

Civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson addresses the 2000 Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.

Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.