Letter from America Aug 18, 2008
Jefferson's rival, President John Adams, was endowed with a "hideous hermaphroditical character, which has neither the force of a man, nor the gentleness and sensibility of a woman." If re-elected he would crown himself king, and, by the way, he was "mentally deranged.". The author of the attacks was not Jefferson himself, of course, but a master poison-pen pamphleteer named James Callender, who, historians have since determined, was bankrolled by Jefferson. (International Herald Tribune)
Colonization Hands-on Aug 16, 2008
The most recognizable example is the English faction, which lets you choose between George Washington and John Adams. Each leader confers two gameplay bonuses. (IGN PC Games)
DEATH AN ACCIDENT Aug 15, 2008
Eun Ji Kim, 29, was pronounced dead at 6:35 p.m. after being found directly below the window of her apartment at the John Adams building at 35 River Drive South, said Hudson County Prosecutor Edward DeFazio. Investigators believe she was smoking a cigarette while leaning up against the screen of an open window on the north side of the building and that the screen gave way and she tumbled to her death. (NJ.com)
Milham-Woolf Wedding Vows Read Aug 14, 2008
Bride's parents are Dennis Woolf and Karen Dozier, Pacific, and Pamela Woolf and John Adams of Robertsville. Groom's parents are Mike and Bethany Kohler, Union. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Teaching English to the teachers Aug 13, 2008
So President John Adams spoke several languages fluently. So what. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Bin Laden's driver sentenced to 5 1/2 years Aug 8, 2008
"David Hicks got nine months. Then he was released. He wasn't kept until the end of the war on terror," said Nancy Hollander, an attorney for a high-value detainee here and an activist with the John Adams Project, which provides pro bono representation of terrorism suspects. Hicks, an Australian accused of the same material support offense, was freed last year after a plea bargain approved by the tribunal chief, Convening Authority Susan J. Crawford. (Boston Globe)
Students get a musical head start Aug 7, 2008
Wensel said he wanted to be in band because his sister, Kristen Wensel, who goes to John Adams Middle School, is in band. User Comments - 1 comment(s). (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Foreign Policy Lessons From Fighting Muslim Pirates Aug 6, 2008
In 1786, Americas Ambassador to France, Thomas Jefferson, joined our Ambassador in London, John Adams, to negotiate with the Ambassador from Tripoli, Sidi Haji Abdrahaman. The Americans asked their counterpart why the North African nations made war against the United States, a power who had done them no injury", and according the report filed by Jefferson and Adams the Tripolitan diplomat replied: It was written in their Koran, that all nations which had not acknowledged the Prophet... (Townhall.com)
The dangers of being religious and liberal Aug 5, 2008
"Thomas Jefferson considered himself a Unitarian, and John Adams and John Quincy Adams were two other early Unitarian presidents. We were signers of the Declaration of Independence, and our values and principles -- liberty, acceptance, tolerance and the freedom to believe -- underpin the American Constitution. "And Unitarian Universalists have always been prominent in all of the social movements in this country. We were prominent in the abolitionist movement, and Unitarian leaders -- both men... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
LETTER: Historian values free and open society Aug 3, 2008
America s earliest patriots, such as Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and John Adams, understood that our constitutional democracy could not exist if the public lacked knowledge and skills. Today, Jason Lewis, candidate for state representative, shares this same commitment to educating our children. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
More of this story Aug 2, 2008
"Honoring MackieWhile the clothing from "Lost" may seem less impressive than period costumes from "John Adams" or "The Tudors," which are both on display (the latter won last year's Emmy), Rose pointed out, "Once it's on the screen, it's a costume. ""My hope is people see this is a different thing [costume designers] do," she added. "They don't just design pretty clothes. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS: Talking about race Jul 31, 2008
It has been this way since Thomas Jefferson and John Adams tried to convince their peers to include the emancipation of slaves in the Constitution. It is also an issue that touched our lives, not only when some of the Rev. Jeremiah Wright s sermon sound bytes took center political stage, but closer to home in Marshfield, with the terrible beating of Tizaya Robinson. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
The Adams family making history again Jul 28, 2008
John Adams died in 1826, but in many ways he has never been more alive ... Like Wikoff, many have read David McCullough's 2001 Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, "John Adams." And many more, like his wife, Lynne, have seen at least parts of the recent HBO miniseries "John Adams." The show was just nominated for 23 Emmys, more than any other show in any category ... "John Adams" has also proven popular on the cable channel's On Demand service, and the series has also just been released on DVD,... (Boston Globe)
John Adams in the media Jul 28, 2008
"John Adams," the seven-part HBO Films miniseries starring Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney, premiered in March on HBO. It is now available on HBO On Demand and on DVD.. John Adams was the central figure in the 1969 Tony Award-winning musical "1776," about the writing and signing of the Declaration of Independence ... David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, "John Adams," was released in 2001. (Boston Globe)
Museum addition to open Dec. 6 Fredericksburg regional museum announces opening date for new downtown facility Jul 27, 2008
The institution wants to give people a last opportunity to see "John Adams Elder: Fredericksburg's Artist of the Civil War," a once-in- a-lifetime exhibit on the important 19th-century painter, before it ends and Town Hall closes for five weeks, Esposito said. "We plan to close the exhibit with a little bit of a bang," she said. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Playing innocent abroad Jul 25, 2008
John Adams thought America would emancipate "the slavish part of mankind all over the earth." Woodrow Wilson and George W. Bush preached their own gospels of world democracy. Barack Obama is certainly a true American. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Declaration of Independence:A simple piece of paper Jul 24, 2008
"That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States, that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown ... ," seconded by John Adams ... It is possible that Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams may have assisted. (Juneau Empire)
Washington had a deep abiding faith Jul 23, 2008
John Adams said it best in 1776, It is religion and morality alone which can establish the principles upon which freedom can securely stand. The Tribune encourages letters to the editor on current issues. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
HBO Spotlights Marines Jul 23, 2008
HBO, which has shown its ability to create great documentaries such as the recent John Adams series, has once again shown a mastery of the art of portraying real events with its newest series "Generation Kill" a fictionalized account of a single Marine unit's experiences in fighting the Iraq war from beginning to the present. Loosely based on a book by reporter Evan Wright, a former Rolling Stone magazine reporter who was embedded with the Marine's 1st Reconnaissance Battalion early in the war,... (Newsmax)
Mad Men scoops US critics' awards Jul 22, 2008
There were also two honours for mini-series John Adams, which told the story of the second US president and was based on a biography by historian David McCullough. Tina Fey plays stressed-out TV executive Liz Lemon in NBC's 30 Rock. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Flood damage at public schools at least $72,000 Jul 22, 2008
Building and Grounds Supervisor Todd Huff told the Mason City School Board Monday that most of the damage, estimated at $45,500, was done under the John Adams Middle School swimming pool where a transformer vault and related equipment were exposed and disabled by flood waters ... A return station pit filled with water and submerged the station, a problem that also occurred at John Adams ... To date, the south end of John Adams has power but the north end, as well as the Alternative School,... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
In July, dumb stuff doesn't matter Jul 19, 2008
That is something that John Adams and Thomas Jefferson didn't foresee. Yet, a band of Lutherans is welcome to visit a rural village and sleep on mats for a week and eat what the locals eat. (New Haven Register, CT)
The New York Times vs. Helms, Part 529,876 Jul 19, 2008
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson also went to their great reward on Independence Day, so this is further proof of God. Helms is now the second great American patriot I've always wanted to meet and never will, at least in this lifetime. (Human Events Online)
Cranford Dames join Emmy hopefuls Jul 18, 2008
Historical drama John Adams tops the shortlist with 23 nominations ... John Adams follows the life of one of America's founding fathers and stars Sideways star Paul Giamatti in the title role ... Paul Giamatti plays the second US president in John Adams. (BBC News)
This year, 'better' Emmy choices Jul 18, 2008
Still, 23 nominations for HBO's miscast John Adams has to give you pause. Either the voters never actually made it through any or all of John Adams or they thought they were voting for the second president himself, which, considering the suspected average age of Emmy voters, is entirely possible. (USA Today -- Life)
Mason City rappers will release their third album Jul 18, 2008
Foy, 19, and O Dell, 20, met when they were sixth-graders at John Adams Middle School. They used to amuse themselves by making really bad rhymes together, Foy said during a phone interview. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Justice and Fairness Dead in Judicial Confirmation Process Jul 17, 2008
It was John Adams who said, Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence. The Democratic leaderships record on judicial nominees is indisputable and indefensible; they have taken the obstruction of judges to a whole new level. (Townhall.com)
Did Obama Plant Bogus Dowd Column to Victimize Himself? Jul 17, 2008
Thomas Jefferson planted scores of scandalous stories about John Adams. However, the fake Maureen Dowd column has certain attributes which only persons intimately familiar with the Obama campaign would normally have privy to. (Townhall.com)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Jul 17, 2008
"I believe that the problem, if anything, has grown more significant,'' he said. E-mail Sabin Russell at . This article appeared on page C - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: "Mad Men" makes history. "30 Rock," "John Adams" lead the nominees. Violet Blue looks at the limits of cybersex and monogamy. Heath Ledger is fab in the new Batman flick, "Dark Knight. " Mick LaSalle. Miley's vow of chastity; celeb's missing mole. S.F. considers banning smoking in public, even in... (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Huge statue to be jailed in anti-Bush rally Jul 17, 2008
"30 Rock," "John Adams" lead the nominees. Violet Blue looks at the limits of cybersex and monogamy. (Yahoo News -- Anti-War Movement)
Colorful and forgotten founding fathers Jul 16, 2008
John Adams later said about Robert Payne: "I cannot speak and he cannot hear." ... During two trials in 1770, as John Adams argued for the defense of the British soldiers who carried out the Boston Massacre, the man who faced him as prosecutor was friend and fellow Harvard graduate Robert Treat Paine ... "It would divert you to witness conversation between my ancient friend and colleague Robert T. Paine and me," an elderly John Adams wrote in 1811. (CNN -- US)
Why Do We Vote? Jul 15, 2008
In that first, historic vote, George Washington ran against John Adams. Washington received 69 electoral votes against Adam s 34. (Thomaston Times, GA)
GEORGE'S ADVICE FOR BARACK & JOHN Jul 14, 2008
He was neither as lucid as Jefferson nor as eloquent as John Adams. But he had his own communication skill - his commanding presence - and he worked to perfect it, designing his own uniforms, projecting a dignified bearing. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Bisbee resident was a lady leatherneck Jul 14, 2008
The former Bisbee councilwoman, who served from 1986 to 1988, has a bookcase full of tomes about many presidents, such as John Adams, Harry Truman, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and others. Although she is highly critical of many Republican stands, she has voted for GOP presidential candidates, including once for Reagan, who she said had wonderful way with words and wrote some of the best presidential speeches ever given. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Loyola names new women's basketball coach Jul 13, 2008
Established 1923 For a Greater Loyola. Former Tulane assistant coach replaces Plaisance. (The Maroon, LA)
Sue OPEC? Congress Should Sue Itself Jul 13, 2008
"I have come to the conclusion that one useless man is a disgrace, two are a law firm and three are called a Congress." So said politician and future president of the United States John Adams, and while he was speaking about independence in the year 1776, the same could apply to energy independence in 2008. As the U.S. endures an energy crisis and imports more than 60% of its energy needs, the House of Representatives and the Senate have decided to take action. (Forbes)
All Shook Up: Elvis-inspired musical Jul 13, 2008
Kirby, who grew up in Calmar and now teaches at John Adams Middle School, said the last time he was in a play was four years ago during college. It s awesome to get back up on stage because I took such a long break, he said, noting he s had a lot of fun getting to know people in the community he wouldn t have met otherwise. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Is this the end of an era or not? Jul 13, 2008
Covering all of Santa Cruz County, AZ - Nogales International. Is this the end of an era or not. (Nogales International, AZ)
* Jesse Helms: a hero and champion Jul 8, 2008
Coincidentally, two former US presidents who had made major contributions to their country, second president John Adams and third president Thomas Jefferson, passed away on the 50th US Independence Day. Former US senator Jesse Helms also passed away on Independence Day this year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
On July 3, 1776, John Adams, later to become the second President of the United States, wrote a letter to his wife, Abigail. The letter contained the following words: Jul 8, 2008
On July 3, 1776, John Adams, later to become the second President of the United States, wrote a letter to his wife, Abigail ... In another letter to his wife, Abigail, John Adams said it best about 4th of Julys to come: I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
ED FEULNER: Jesse Helms: Champion of freedom Jul 8, 2008
On the Fourth of July in 1826, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson --- Founding Fathers and presidents - both died. On the Fourth of July in 1831 James Monroe - primary author of the Constitution - died. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Letters for Monday, July 7, 2008 Jul 8, 2008
John Adams: Arms in the hands of individual citizens may be used at individual discretion in private self defense. Sam Adams: The Constitution shall never be construed to prevent the people of the United States who are peaceable citizens from keeping their own arms. (Missoulian, MT)
Jesse Helms: The Most Important Senator of Our Times Jul 8, 2008
Senator Jesse Helms, who like John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died on the Fourth of July, was the authentic voice of conservatism for three decades. He was a role model of an incorruptible public official who adhered to principle despite the pressures that surround those with political power, and he gave us a standard by which others can be measured. (Human Events Online)
Thoughts recorded on the Fourth of July, Americas birthday Jul 8, 2008
John Adams life, and death flowed through our thoughts on Independence Day in a slow and natural way, from David McCullough s fascinating book, through the HBO series recently reviewed, to the glorious celebration of the nation s birth ... My friend Sigvard Orander, a retired lawyer and judge in Stockholm, Sweden, is also captivated by our historical heavyweight, as he wrote recently, I do indeed have McCullough s book on John Adams ... Although I have read about Adams in many of my books... (Braintree Forum, MA)
With meticulous editing, Jefferson made Bible his own Jul 7, 2008
In a letter dispatched from Monticello to John Adams in 1813, Jefferson said his "wee little book" of 46 pages was based on a lifetime of inquiry and reflection and contained "the most sublime and benevolent code of morals which has ever been offered to man.". He called the book "The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth." Friends dubbed it "The Jefferson Bible.". (Boston Globe)
Center for Intercultural Understanding plans finalized Jul 7, 2008
John Adams, contributed by Jaune' Jackson Loyola's spring ballet concert showcased this semester's hard work in the ballet program. The show began with the second act of "La Bayadere," a story of forbidden love and deceit. (The Maroon, LA)
Local GOP Leaders Remember Helms Jul 7, 2008
He recalled that both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died on the Fourth of July. Colin and Anne McKenzie, of Pinehurst, also praised the life and work of Jesse Helms. (The Pilot Newspaper)
A History of Independence Jul 7, 2008
Where did it come from, and what does it really mean. Lets think about it. (Newsmax)
Protests as Bush welcomes citizens Free-speech lesson for new Americans Jul 6, 2008
Before his brief remarks, the president was given a tour of Jefferson's home including the room where the author of the Declaration of Independence died on July 4, 1826, the same day as the death of Jefferson's predecessor, John Adams. This article appeared on page A - 4 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Dilapidated houses fill void of slow news week Jul 6, 2008
-- John Adams, May 1776. "Adams immediately described these words to a friend as 'the most important Revolution that ever was taken in America' and went to his grave fifty years later insisting that he, not Thomas Jefferson, drafted the real declaration of American independence," author Joseph J. Ellis states in American Creation. (The Augusta Chronicle)
350 comments Jul 6, 2008
Second, he sought to sever the 1778 alliance with France, a feat achieved by his successor, John Adams ... Thomas Jefferson, albeit his admonishment of "foreign entanglements" did exactly that when wanting to assist the French Revolutionists, hence John Adams exhorting the Federalist-dominated Congress passing the Logans Act. (Human Events Online)
Nation: Former NC Sen. Jesse Helms remembered Jul 6, 2008
Many noted with reverence that he died on the Fourth of July, as did Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, and praised his legacy as an unyielding conservative champion. I certainly can't help but think the Lord made it happen that way, said his longtime political strategist, Tom Ellis. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Nine slaves owned by George Washington to be honored Jul 5, 2008
Washington and John Adams lived in the building while they served as president between 1790 and 1800, when Philadelphia was the nation s capital. Talking about a presidential home where slaves lived and worked is especially important this year, because Americans have a major contender for the White House that happens to be African American, said Rosalyn McPherson, project manager of the President s House. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Trivia Tidbits: 4th of July Jul 5, 2008
John Adams (second president of the United States) and Thomas Jefferson (third president of the United States) both passed away on July 4, 1826. James Monroe (fifth president of the United States passed away on July 4, 1831. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Emotional... Jul 5, 2008
If not for John Adams the US would have joined the French after their revolution and attacked the British, whom he loathed, in order to overthrow their monarchy and set up a democracy. This is not unlike what Bush has done in modern times. (The Drudge Report)
A war for religious freedom Jul 5, 2008
John Adams showed remarkable prescience when he wrote to Abigail on July 3, 1776, that the anniversary of American independence would someday be celebrated with "games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations." He got that right ... John Adams believed that fear of British religious meddling served "as much as any other cause, to arouse the attention not only of the inquiring mind, but of the common people.". (Albany Times Union)
Celebrate America's birthday online Jul 5, 2008
John Adams, one of the people behind the Declaration, always figured July 2nd would be celebrated as Independence Day, because it was on that day the Continental Congress approved a resolution calling for colonial independence from England and that the United Colonies of America should be called the United States of America ... A well documented and detailed history of events leading up to the colonies seeking to declare their independence from England along with great comments and recollections... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Fast track to the top Jul 5, 2008
The operas of John Adams and Philip Glass (never yet performed by the COC) represent another gap Neef seemed inclined to fill, though the Canadian premiere of Adams's Nixon in China has just slipped out of reach: Vancouver Opera recently announced that it will do the opera in 2010. Commissions are also on Neef's agenda, though he said he would like first to hold discussions about what contemporary music theatre is or should be. (Globe and Mail)
Helms Remembered As Unyielding Jul 5, 2008
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to his precious wife Dot and their family," she said in a statement. In succeeding Jesse to represent North Carolina in the , I knew I could never replace him, but I continue to strive each day to provide the dedicated constituent service he provided the people of our state for 30 years. As my father would say, Jesse was indeed a watchdog for North Carolina and for the nation.North Carolina Democratic Gov. Mike Easley also praised Helms, saying, "Whether... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Why America Is The Greatest Country On Earth Jul 5, 2008
They are the values held in common by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. They are the values shared by James Madison, Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. (Human Events Online)
What's growing at the White House? Jul 4, 2008
After all, John Adams, the first president to ever live in the White House, had a garden to feed his family. Woodrow Wilson had a Liberty Garden and sheep grazing during the First World War. (Boston Globe)
A conductor opens the orchestra to all Jul 4, 2008
Every season features a newly commissioned work for children; this year it's "John Adams: The Voice Heard 'Round the World" by composer Anthony DiLorenzo and writer Marian Carlson. Yet especially this season, Ansbacher's programming seems to be getting more adventurous. (Boston Globe)
Critic's corner Jul 4, 2008
John Adams Marathon 1-10 p.m., HBOForefather knows best. Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular 9 p.m., NBCKatharine McPhee competes with the fireworks for impact. (Boston Globe)
More of this story Jul 4, 2008
With so many challenges ahead for our country, we long for a Thomas Jefferson, a John Adams or a George Washington. Instead we're left with another round of politicians that will likely either continue down the current rutted course or pioneer a trail which leads to God knows what. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Hollywood's version of the president Jul 4, 2008
"Kennedy as sainted figure loses the fact that he was an often strident cold warrior. Lincoln the emancipator forgets that he harbored racist views. The new TV series on John Adams, like the book, is an attempt to rehabilitate a conservative (and unpleasant) president in a conservative era that tends toward sentimentalizing aspects of the past that were pretty noxious - especially for the common person.". Such is the power of the office, and sometimes the manneed not necessarily be a central... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
