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Princeton Presidential
By Dan Linke Since tomorrow is Presidents Day, we wanted to take the opportunity to share some of Princeton University’s many connections to the presidents of the United States. We note that of the 43 men who have served as America’s presidents, we have confirmed that at least 27 and possibly as many as 30…
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The Election for Woodrow Wilson’s America
The 1912 U.S. presidential election was a turning point for progressivism, both for the nation and for Woodrow Wilson. An exhibition now open at the Princeton University Library illustrates this remarkable election and the life of the man who won it. Drawn from the University Archives and the Public Policy Collection at the Seeley G.…
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Political cartoon exhibition reveals common themes of American presidential elections
Through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009 · Milberg Gallery, Firestone Library Curator’s tours of the exhibit on Sept. 28 and Nov. 2. at 3 p.m. An exhibition on view at Princeton University’s Firestone Library confirms through paper and ink what many American voters already suspect: Although the political candidates may change, many issues remain the same.…
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