On this Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, we remember a date forever linked to the Allied bombing of Dresden in 1945. As the 44th day of the year unfolds, it offers a moment to reflect on a pivotal chapter of World War II.

Jean Rogers Schoen, born on February 10, 1930, passed away on January 16, 2026, leaving behind nearly a century of life experiences. Though details remain limited, her name and memory continue to resonate with those who knew her.

Many remember World War II newsreels portraying American troops as heroic liberators, triumphantly welcomed by grateful citizens abroad. This op-ed by Rep. Mike Moffett revisits that imagery, posing timely questions about how these historic ideals compare to contemporary figures like Trump and Maduro.

Abraham Lincoln is widely celebrated for preserving the Union and ending slavery. Yet, according to this staff column, his dreams for America spanned goals beyond those monumental achievements, hinting at aspirations still unrealized today.