Did Abraham Lincoln Say ‘America Will Never Be Destroyed From the Outside’?
3 June 2019Widely shared memes contained a quotation that is commonly attributed to the Great Emancipator.
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Donald Trump Explains Why Lincoln Succeeded
8 May 2018This was indeed Donald Trump's answer to an interview question, for whatever that's worth.
Is Abraham Lincoln in the Wrestling Hall of Fame?
3 May 2018A popular meme contained a mixture of myth, rumor, and facts (as well as a ridiculous digitally edited image) about the legendary United States president.
Did Abraham Lincoln Order the Execution of 38 Dakota Fighters?
14 March 2018After a violent Native American uprising in 1862, President Lincoln signed off on 39 executions but also prevented the deaths of 264 other Dakota combatants.
Lincoln and Kennedy Coincidences
12 June 1999Numerous 'coincidences' between the Lincoln and Kennedy assassinations are not really so amazing.
Lincoln and Lee’s Views on Slavery
11 September 2017A meme widely circulated in the wake of a controversy over Confederate memorials does not accurately reflect Abraham Lincoln's and Robert E. Lee's views on slavery and the Civil War.
Was a Bust of Abraham Lincoln Vandalized in Chicago in Protest of Confederate Statues?
18 August 2017A bust of Abraham Lincoln was vandalized in Chicago, but it's unclear who did it and when it happened.
Did Abraham Lincoln Express Opposition to Racial Equality?
16 August 2017An authentic quote from Lincoln has attracted renewed attention, along with some commentary that oversimplifies his views on race.
What Is Presidents Day?
17 February 2003What are we celebrating on the holiday known as 'Presidents Day'? Is it really a holiday at all?
GOP Marks Lincoln’s Birthday by Misattributing Inspirational Quote
The quotation in question has been traced back to a 1947 newspaper advertisement for a self-help book, not the 16th President.
Donald Trump: ‘Abraham Lincoln Was a Dishonest Traitor’
20 July 2016An audio clip of Donald Trump calling Abraham Lincoln a dishonest traitor is a fabricated compilation of sound snippets from a campaign speech.
Abraham Lincoln Didn’t Quit
12 July 2000Abraham Lincoln wasn't a quitter, but he also didn't quite experience a steady stream of failure and defeat before becoming President of the United States.
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Is This Really a Fish With a Human Face?
24 June 2019We seriously hope we're not bursting anyone's bubble with our answer.
Lawsuit Charges Donald Trump with Raping a 13-Year-Old Girl
23 June 2016A civil suit against Donald Trump alleging he raped a 13-year-old girl was dismissed in California in May 2016, refiled in New York in June 2016, and dropped again in November 2016.
Did U.S. Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Graduate Cum Laude from Boston University?
3 April 2019While "bartender" may be the most frequently mentioned part of her résumé, the congresswoman has quite a few other accomplishments to her name.
Did Gene Hackman Say Trump ‘Could Easily Turn Out to Be One of the Best Presidents’?
24 June 2019"As they say, time will tell."
Study Finds High Arsenic Levels in Bottled Water Sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods
24 June 2019“It makes no sense that consumers can purchase bottled water that is less safe than tap water."