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Benjamin Franklin and the Mutual Improvement Clubs — 1727 Before Benjamin Franklin helped shape a nation, he shaped a community. In 1727, at just 21 years old, Franklin gathered a small group of tradesmen, craftsmen, and thinkers into what he called a “club for mutual improvement.” They met each week to ask questions, share ideas, […]

What fuels the freedom to dream bigger? Americans are capable of achieving extraordinary things when they have the freedom and opportunity to pursue their version of the American Dream. But for far too many Americans, the American Dream feels out of reach. As we approach our 250th anniversary, we face critical choices about our nation’s […]