A year later, when it comes to a where-were-you moment in U.S. history, there is far from national consensus.
the Capitol Historical Society is creating an oral history
. Some of the stories — like those of staffers who have since quit government and returned home — are particularly haunting for the society’s president, Jane L. Campbell. Meanwhile, the Capitol remains closed to the public. Where tours once regularly paraded, now only those with an appointment may enter.
“When people say ‘Oh, it’s never been this bad,’ well, we did have a civil war. That was bad. That was truly bad,” Campbell says. “But during the Civil War, Lincoln made a decision to finish the dome of the Capitol. We tell that story a hundred times over.” Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.
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