The William J. Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock, Arkansas
A visit to the William J. Clinton Presidential Center is worth a trip to Little Rock, Arkansas. This archive of the 42nd President’s two terms is full of interesting exhibits. Plus, you can sit at the Resolute Desk in a life-size replica of the Oval Office exactly as it looked during Clinton’s tenure.
Presidential libraries offer priceless history lessons
In a presidential election year, huge conventions for the Republican and Democratic parties give prime spots to former presidents and luminaries from past campaigns. But Gen Z’s, some of whom will be voting for the very first time in November, couldn’t possibly remember the policies and accomplishments, let alone the challenges and controversies that plagued former presidents, especially those who go waaaay back to before they were born. You know, like 30 years ago! Outside of history class, how are former presidents remembered, and how much control do they have over their legacy?