Read for fun facts about U.S. government history.     Actually Fun Facts In today’s climate, where the airwaves and digital realms are often filled with hate, slander, and partisan negativity, we believe everyone deserves a break. Our "Actually Fun Facts" series offers a quick respite—a chance to step away from the back-and-forth of traditional and online media. Explore the quirky and lighter side of U.S. government history through amusing anecdotes about past presidents, congress members, and key Senate figures. Each story is an invitation to pause, smile, and perhaps even laugh as we learn together.   🔔 Bell’s Patent Race Against Elisha Gray: Representative Joseph Blackburn, to aid Alexander Graham Bell, delayed Elisha Gray’s patent submission by adjusting the clock in the U.S. Patent Office. 📜 Jeannette Rankin Rode a Horse to Connect with Voters: Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to Congress, rode a horse across Montana to campaign for her seat. She connected with voters in a personal and genuine way, showing that determination and authenticity can take you far—even on horseback! 🔧 Lincoln’s Inventive Mind: Abraham Lincoln is the only U.S. president to hold a patent; he invented a device to lift boats over shoals. 🎨 John Quincy Adams Loved to Paint: While serving as the sixth president, John Quincy Adams found relaxation in painting. He was known to create landscape artworks during his downtime. This quiet hobby gave him a creative outlet and a sense of calm amidst his duties as president. 🎵 Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Antonin Scalia Bonded Over Opera: Supreme Court Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Antonin Scalia, despite having very different views on the law, were the best of friends thanks to their mutual love of opera. They even appeared together on stage in an opera production—showing how shared passions can bridge any divide. Which fact interested you most? Bell’s Patent Race Against Elisha Gray Jeannette Rankin Rode a Horse to Connect with Voters Lincoln’s Inventive Mind John Quincy Adams Loved to Paint Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Antonin Scalia Bonded Over Opera   Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email Vote Smart | 1153 24TH ST | DES MOINES, IA 50311-4308 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice