U.S. History

The Essential American: 25 Documents and Speeches Every American Should Own

Jackie Gingrich Cushman

About the Program

Jackie Gingrich Cushman presents her thoughts on the historical documents that she believes every American should read.  The list ranges from the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution to Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and Ronald Reagan's "Tear Down This Wall" speech.  Jackie Gingrich Cushman presents her thoughts at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C. 

About the Authors

Jackie Gingrich Cushman

Jackie Gingrich Cushman is a syndicated columnist and the author of 5 Principles for a Successful Life: From Our Family to Yours that she co-authored with her father, Newt Gingrich.  For more information, visit jackiecushman.com.


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The Essential American: 25 Documents and Speeches Every American Should Own

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Past Airings

  • Monday, July 4th at 9:45pm (ET)
  • Monday, July 4th at 9:45am (ET)
  • Sunday, May 15th at 5am (ET)
  • Sunday, April 24th at 1am (ET)
  • Saturday, April 16th at 10:30am (ET)
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