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Michael Auslin

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When the Librarians Fought the Archivists Over Who Gets the Declaration of Independence

In the first half of the 20th-Century, the Declaration of Independence underwent an innovative preservation process and a lengthy custody dispute.

by Michael Auslin via Literary Hub on May 13, 2026
The Declaration Still Unites Our Nation

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, our founding charter remains central to our national life.

by Michael Auslin via American Heritage on February 17, 2026

National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America

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A shadowy handprint appears on the faded Declaration of Independence.

Why the Nation’s Founding Document is Marred by Stains, a Mysterious Handprint

The physical journey of the Declaration of Independence tells its own story. Its imperfections and endurance reflect those of the America it helped create.

by Karen Tumulty via Washington Post on June 28, 2026

A group of people standing in front of the Liberty Bell.

Every 50 Years, America Falls Apart. Then Celebrates Anyway

What 1826, 1876, 1926, and 1976 tell us about 2026.

by Lindsay M. Chervinsky via Imperfect Union on May 15, 2026

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