Jamie Stiehm

Jamie Stiehm

Jamie Stiehm

In her weekly column, "Past and Present," journalist and history buff Jamie Stiehm looks at current events through the lens of the past. 

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Democrats Float to the Top of the Dome Nov 11, 2026

On a richly colored autumn afternoon, the Capitol was all abuzz, and I went forth expecting the brea... Read More

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Notes on a Starry Night Nov 04, 2026

"Bluenami!" a friend said of the remarkable turnover of both chambers of Congress from Republican to... Read More

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The Grumpy, Trumpy Turkey on the Table Oct 28, 2026

Pick a Thanksgiving table, any Thanksgiving table in America, and it's sure to have a turkey and a g... Read More

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All of Trump's Men: Don't Blame Them Oct 21, 2026

WASHINGTON — Once upon a time, a theory made waves in political science courses that it didn't... Read More