Adam Savage's Obsessions
Adam Savage

Adam Savage talks about some of his obsessions, including the unfinished Maltese Falcon.

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Adam Savage: Adam Savage's Obsessions

December 1, 2008 (over 15 years ago)

Adam Savage talks about some of his obsessions, including the unfinished Maltese Falcon.

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Source: TED

Martin Van Buren: First Inaugural Address

March 4, 1837 (about 187 years ago)

In his inaugural address, President Martin Van Buren celebrates the success of the country's first half-century. Van Buren also squarely states his stance - upon which he campaigned - to defend slavery in the face of increased agitations by abolitionists.

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James Buchanan: Inaugural Address

March 4, 1857 (about 167 years ago)

In his inaugural address, President James Buchanan stresses the incalculable damage that would come from the union breaking apart over the question of slavery, emphasizing how a free trade between north, south, east and west has allowed the US to prosper. He gives thanks and shows support for im...

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Thomas Jefferson: Second Inaugural Address

March 4, 1805 (about 219 years ago)

In his second inaugural address, President Thomas Jefferson defends the value of the Louisiana Purchase, argues against those who think the Native Americans are better off maintaining their traditional ways, and takes comfort in the general public's ability to see through and counter the defamati...

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George Washington: Veto Message on Congressional Redistricting

April 5, 1792 (about 232 years ago)

President George Washington issues the first-ever Presidential veto in returning a redistricting bill to Congress due to inconsistencies with the Constitution.

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Thomas Jefferson: Fourth Annual Message

November 8, 1804 (over 219 years ago)

President Thomas Jefferson speaks of the Louisiana Purchase, becoming indispensable to Indian nations comfort so as to maintain peace, foreign relations with Tripoli and the nation's finances.

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Abraham Lincoln: Cooper Union Address

February 27, 1860 (about 164 years ago)

For his first political speech in New York, Abraham Lincoln delivers what one might call the speech that led him to the presidency. In this convincing speech, he talks about the positions the founding fathers took on the issue of slavery. He then defends the Republican party from the southerner's...

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John Adams: Proclamation of Pardons to Those Engaged in Fries Rebellion

May 21, 1800 (almost 224 years ago)

After peace had been restored following the third tax-related rebellion in the 18th century, John Adams extends a pardon to those 'ignorant, misguided and misinformed' participants.

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Thomas Jefferson: Seventh Annual Message

October 27, 1807 (over 216 years ago)

In a speech referencing many historical events, President Thomas Jefferson speaks to Congress of the British's attack on the frigate Chesapeake, and the accompanying need to reinforce the nations militia and navy. He also speaks on Indian affairs and the thwarted treasonous acts of Aaron Burr.

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Thomas Jefferson: Instructions to Captain Lewis

June 20, 1803 (almost 221 years ago)

President Thomas Jefferson outlines the objectives for the Lewis and Clark expedition, in particular to explore the waterways that would allow for commerce to reach the Pacific Ocean. In intricate detail, Jefferson outlines how Lewis and Clark should take notes and guard them from destruction, e...

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