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Robert McNamara, Defense Chief During Vietnam War, Dies at 93

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Former Defense Secretary Robert McNamara, known as the leading architect of the Vietnam War, died on Monday. He was 93.

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Aug 25

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Historians Reflect on the Democratic Party’s Fractious Evolution

One of the world's oldest political parties, the Democratic Party has evolved over the past 100 years despite different ideologies held by its members and leaders. A panel of historians discuss past fractions within the party and the leaders who…

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Jul 04

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Historians Weigh Role of Vice-Presidential Candidates

As the race between presumptive nominees Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama continues to heat up, historians look to past races to weigh the advantages and disadvantages brought to a national ticket by a vice presidential candidate.

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Sep 13

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Relationships of Presidents and Generals Discussed

The NewsHour takes a look at the history of presidential relationships with key generals. A foreign policy expert and a professor discuss some of the nations' most important commander-in-chief and general teams.

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Aug 13

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Presidential Adviser Rove to Leave Post

Karl Rove, deputy chief of staff to President Bush and one of his closest advisers, announced Monday that he will resign at the end of August. A former presidential adviser and a political journalist discuss Rove's legacy.

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Jul 13

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Lady Bird Johnson’s Life, Interests Remembered

Lady Bird Johnson died Wednesday at her home in Austin, Texas. Historian Michael Beschloss describes her life and special projects during her husband Lyndon Johnson's presidency, including environmental preservation.

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Jul 11

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Former First Lady Johnson Dies at 94

Lady Bird Johnson, wife of former President Johnson, died of natural causes Wednesday at her home in Austin, Texas. She was 94. The NewsHour reports on the former first lady's life and environmental legacy.

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Nov 09

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Michael Beschloss: Reaching for Glory

Terence Smith talks to presidential historian Michael Beschloss about his new book, "Reaching for Glory."…

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