Category — Founding Fathers

George Mason was one of three attendees present at the close of the Constitutional Convention who refused to sign. He couldn't be bought. He stood on principle because of his serious doubts about a Constitution lacking a bill of rights. He was right to be concerned.   Read the rest of this entry »

During the second half of the eighteenth century, the United States was blessed with numerous renaissance men and several geniuses. Benjamin Franklin was both.   Read the rest of this entry »

An interview with Marc Leepson, author of Lafayette, Lessons in Leadership From The Idealist General.   Read the rest of this entry »