More than ever, Americans are realizing that if we want to keep this country great, we must be citizen-patriots. And here's the handbook every citizen-patriot needs: The Essential American, featuring the fundamental documents of our nation's history. Compiled by syndicated columnist Jackie Gingrich Cushman and featuring a foreword by her father--bestselling author and former Speaker of the House--Newt Gingrich, The Essential American is the ultimate patriot's resource. Featuring well-known and lesser-known documents and speeches, as well as bonus material, The Essential American includes the Declaration of Independence; the Constitution; Daniel Webster's Plymouth Oration; Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address; Douglas MacArthur's Duty, Honor, Country speech; Ronald Reagan's speech at the Brandenburg Gate; and much more!