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A woman giving a Fourth of July Speech outside with the American Flag behind her and to the left.
Holidays

4th of July Speeches You Need to Know

Looking for patriotic inspiration? Read transcripts of the 14 best Fourth of July speeches to see how past presidents and leaders celebrated Independence Day.

Jake Gibbs
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May 30, 2025
Brené Brown speaking on stage, gesturing with her hand and smiling.
Historical Speeches/Events

14 Famous Speeches by Women to Inspire and Motivate You

Relive the powerful words of history-making women. Read 14 transcripts of famous speeches by women leaders and see how their words sparked change.

Luke Daugherty
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August 22, 2024
Preserve stories from veterans in your family
Historical Speeches/Events

How to Preserve the Stories from Veterans in Your Family

Preserving veteran stories satisfies not just our human urge for storytelling, it acknowledges the sacrifices made to gain the freedoms we enjoy today.

Anna Rachel Rich
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May 27, 2021
An older TV stands against a wall
Historical Speeches/Events

The History of Closed Captioning: The Analog Era to Today

Join Rev for a quick tour of the history of closed captions—exploring their evolution and how they became so important today.

Rev Press
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May 12, 2021

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Minnesota AG Keith Ellison Press Conference Transcript: All Four Officers Charged in George Floyd Death

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison Press Conference Transcript: All Four Officers Charged in George Floyd Death

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison held a news briefing on the George Floyd death. He said all four police officers have now been charged and have warrants out for their arrest. Read the full speech transcript with details here.

June 3, 2020
Governor Tim Walz June 1 Press Conference Transcript on Minneapolis Protests

Governor Tim Walz June 1 Press Conference Transcript on Minneapolis Protests

After the 6th night of Minneapolis protests over the death of George Floyd, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz held a June 1 press conference. Read the full transcript here.

June 1, 2020
Terrence Floyd, Brother of George Floyd, Memorial Prayer At Site of Floyd's Death

Terrence Floyd, Brother of George Floyd, Memorial Prayer At Site of Floyd's Death

Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, held a prayer in Minneapolis at the place Floyd’s killing took place. He was joined by Rev. Kevin McCall, activist Chris Banks, and others. Read the transcript of the speech here.

June 1, 2020

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