It should be obvious to everyone by now that no one ever will know which presidential candidate actually won more popular votes, either in Florida or nationwide. The Florida recount process can never yield an accurate result, for efforts to divine the meaning of the notorious chads are hopelessly compromised by the certainty of ambiguity [...]
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Alger Hiss found guilty of perjury
On January 21, 1950, former US State Department official Alger Hiss was found guilty of perjury in connection with testimony given to the House Un-American Activities Committee. Learn more about Alger Hiss.
Louis XVI of executed during French Revolution
On January 21, 1793, King Louis XVI of France was executed after being convicted of treason by a revolutionary court. Learn more about the execution of Louis XVI.
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