Ken Burns

Its first episode can be understood as a sophisticated exercise in empire denial.
Initial excerpts suggest the series isn’t looking to provide definitive answers, perhaps as a way of avoiding political controversy in the Age of Trump.
"There's a reason Abraham Lincoln is on the $5 instead of Alex Trebek."
The men were exonerated on DNA evidence years ago.
The GOP senator says students would learn more from Burns' documentaries than from teachers.
“History tells us we shouldn’t underestimate him."
Students also demonstrated at commencement over how Stanford has addressed sexual violence.
"Asking this man to assume the highest office in the land would be like asking a newly minted car driver to fly a 747."