Douglas Brinkley
Douglas Brinkley is a prominent American historian and author known for his expertise in American political history and his commentary on contemporary political issues. He has written extensively about the presidencies of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan, among others, and frequently appears in media to provide insight into historical context surrounding current events. Brinkley's analysis often explores the ramifications of presidential actions and the evolution of political norms in the United States.
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Douglas Brinkley is a presidential historian who commented on the contentious relationship between James Comey and Donald Trump.
Jim Comey’s long arc into the jaws of Donald Trump’s campaign of retribution
United States· 2025-10-08
Douglas Brinkley criticized Donald Trump’s remarks about the Smithsonian and slavery.
Donald Trump is worried about getting into heaven. After his Smithsonian stunt, he should be
Australia· 2025-08-25
Douglas Brinkley criticized Trump’s comments about the Smithsonian and slavery.
Donald Trump needs to learn there is nothing positive to say about slavery – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-24Douglas Brinkley recounted his shock when Trump admitted to not knowing much about historical events.
Historians alarmed as Trump seeks to rewrite US story for 250th anniversary | Donald Trump
United Kingdom· 2025-05-04
Douglas Brinkley described Trump's actions as a raw revenge that undermines American values.
Por que os primeiros 100 dias do governo Trump serão considerados um fracasso épico?
Liechtenstein· 2025-04-23
Douglas Brinkley is a presidential historian who commented on Trump's unprecedented use of the Oval Office for public announcements.
Mengapa Kebebasan Pers di Amerika Serikat Terancam?
Indonesia· 2025-04-20
Historian Douglas Brinkley classified the review of interpretive materials as concerning.
Trump ordena revisão no maior complexo de museus dos EUA para exaltar 'grandeza americana'
Brazil· 2025-03-29
Douglas Brinkley described Trump as the worst president for the environment in American history.
Donald Trump’s return is a blow to global response to the climate crisis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-24
Douglas Brinkley noted that Trump's maneuvering for a third term serves a public relations strategy.
Nos bastidores, Trump flerta com a ideia inconstitucional de um 3º mandatoLiechtenstein· 2025-02-13
Douglas Brinkley commented that Trump's mention of a potential third term serves his public relations.
¿Un tercer mandato? Trump plantea la idea una y otra vez
Guatemala· 2025-02-13
Douglas Brinkley commented that Trump's mention of a third term serves his public relations.
Trump plantea la idea de un tercer mandato, una y otra vez
Argentina· 2025-02-12
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley commented on Trump's suggestion of a third term, comparing him to Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Trump revives third-term talk, jokes or prelude to a power play?
India· 2025-02-10