The American republic began in 1789, but it took a while for leaders and voters alike to organize themselves within a national framework, a process that would transform the nature of politics.

Stars of the Best Picture nominee discuss working with Brady Corbet, the film’s Trump parallels, and gender dynamics.

Martin Van Buren entered the White House on the coattails of his illustrious predecessor, Andrew Jackson, making him the second vice president to succeed his immediate forerunner. Challenges: Three ...

Born: December 5, 1782, in Kinderhook, New York... Martin Van Buren allied himself with President Andrew Jackson, who in turn rewarded Van Buren with cabinet positions and the vice presidency.

“I dyed my hair closer to Joe’s hair color, just practically speaking,” Martin, who plays Maggie Van Buren, tells ... Speaking of the film’s central themes, where do you see your ...