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The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, and Franklin Pierce. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel

University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law's expert faculty break down the legal impact of what is happening in the news. https://law.unh.edu/podcast

His inability to calm tensions over slavery kept the country on the path to the American Civil War. Genial and well-spoken, Pierce was a northern Democrat who saw the abolitionist movement as a fundamental threat to the unity of the nation. His polarizing actions in championing and signing the Kansas-Nebraska Act and enforcing the Fugitive Slave Act failed to stem intersectional conflict, setting the stage for Southern secession, and leaving him widely regarded as one of the worst presidents in U.S. history.

Dive into the witty world of Franklin P. Adams with this delightful poem, a spirited sequel to Dorothy Parkers original piece, Women Im Not Married To. Adams offers a fresh and humorous perspective on the subject, showcasing his unique take on relationships and the complexities of love. (Summary by Michele Fry)