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Have we ever uncovered private writings from clergymen in the Vatican or Holy Roman Empire expressing doubt in the existence of God?

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Did left-handed people used to commit suicide in the United States and Europe in the 1800's or earlier due to social stigma? How sheltered and closeted were their lives?

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What was the election of 1864 like in the United States? How was voting in a war-time environment carried out in good faith?

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Did George H.W. Bush say anything in response to the events that took place at the Tiananmen Square Protests?

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What did Benjamin Franklin think of the Native Americans?

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When did the concept of husbands spanking their wives to discipline them gain traction?

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How did naval combat factor into the U.S. Civil War? Was it an important aspect of the war? What were the ships like and do some of them still survive to this day?

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When did America's 2 party system firmly plant itself in the spotlight, essentially barring third parties from having a shot?

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How progressive was Benjamin Franklin for his time?

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What were the relationship dynamics in a polygamous marriage under the early LDS Church leadership?

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Have we ever uncovered private writings from clergymen in the Vatican or Holy Roman Empire expressing doubt in the existence of God?	77
Did left-handed people used to commit suicide in the United States and Europe in the 1800's or earlier due to social stigma? How sheltered and closeted were their lives?	30
What was the election of 1864 like in the United States? How was voting in a war-time environment carried out in good faith?	24
Did George H.W. Bush say anything in response to the events that took place at the Tiananmen Square Protests?	21
What did Benjamin Franklin think of the Native Americans?	20
When did the concept of husbands spanking their wives to discipline them gain traction?	19
How did naval combat factor into the U.S. Civil War? Was it an important aspect of the war? What were the ships like and do some of them still survive to this day?	18
When did America's 2 party system firmly plant itself in the spotlight, essentially barring third parties from having a shot?	17
How progressive was Benjamin Franklin for his time?	16
What were the relationship dynamics in a polygamous marriage under the early LDS Church leadership?	15