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Phi Beta Kappa Remembered as Nation’s Elite Yet Cautioned by Its Critics
AP Newsfeatures writer notes Phi Beta Kappa's long history from 1776 at William and Mary to 20th century influence with presidents, justices, and leaders. The society promotes liberal education standards amid debates on grade inflation and activist eras, while stressing the ideal citizen shaped by broad study and judgment.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Eli Whitney
Mark Twain
Mark Hopkins
Oliver Wendell Holmes
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Arthur Burns
Daniel Boorstin
Henry Kissinger
George Bush
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