George Washington, a real estate investor and successful entrepreneur, knew the difference between running a business and running the government
The first president realized that working with Congress – not alone or against it – was the best way to actually create an ...
The New York Times14d
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Variety18d
George Armitage, ‘Grosse Pointe Blank’ and ‘Miami Blues’ Director, Dies at 83
George Armitage, who directed, wrote and produced films including “Grosse Pointe Blank” and “Miami Blues,” died Saturday in Playa del Rey, his son Brent confirmed. He was 83. Raised in ...
The Washington Post18d
Glitz and history at the border: Laredo throws George Washington a party
LAREDO, Texas — George Washington started his annual procession to the border just after dawn Saturday, a coterie of children in colonial dress alongside him under the oaks of the red-brick ...
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‘The Essence Of The American Revolution’: Wartime Letter Written By George Washington Goes On Sale For $150,000
"A letter like this with this powerful, evocative statement reflecting on the essence of the American Revolution — they are very, very hard to find." On April 26, 1777, British troops raided the ...
USA Today20d
Trump says feds should 'take over' and govern Washington D.C.
WASHINGTON − President Donald Trump said he wants the federal government to "take over" and govern the District of Columbia, claiming leaders of the nation's capital aren't doing enough to ...
Reuters21d
France's Macron, UK's Starmer to visit Washington amid Ukraine talks, US official says
Feb 19 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit Washington next week, amid other meetings aimed at bringing an end to Russia's war in Ukraine ...
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Lawmakers propose redesigning the Washington state flag
It also reportedly fails to adhere to best practices in flag design by using too many colors and depicting a fairly complex rendering of George Washington himself. Lawmakers called it an "outdated ...
Firstpost22d
George Washington’s rare letter goes up for sale on Presidents' Day, experts say it may fetch $150,000
A rare letter written by the first President of the United States, George Washington, has been put up for sale on Presidents’ Day. The letter is rare and provides an understanding of his confidence in ...
Fox News22d
Washington Democrats introduce legislation to remove George Washington from state flag
Progressive Washington state lawmakers have introduced a bill that could remove George Washington from the state flag. House Bill 1938 aims to create a committee that will design a new state flag ...
Smithsonian Magazine22d
You Can Buy a Rare Letter by George Washington Written at a Crucial Turning Point in the Revolutionary War
Raab Collection A rare letter from George Washington expressing his faith ... to have the whole Continental Army inoculated against smallpox. “It’s an important moment in science and medicine ...