Kelley Paul: America's Founders were the 'first civil rights heroes'
Kelley Paul, wife of Senator Rand Paul, has authored a new children’s book titled "Good Night, Young American" to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary. The book, aimed at ages 4–8, presents an illustrated narrative of early American history, featuring figures such as Sam Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Paul Revere. Paul discussed the project in an interview at Freedom Fest, noting family inspiration and a desire for more patriotic children’s literature.
- ▪Kelley Paul released "Good Night, Young American," a picture book that takes young readers through colonial and revolutionary events.
- ▪The book was conceived after a conversation with her daughter‑in‑law Kate, who wanted more patriotic options for babies.
- ▪Paul described scenes where the child protagonist experiences the signing of the Declaration, rides with Paul Revere, and meets founding figures.
- ▪She promoted the book during a Fox News Digital interview at the Freedom Fest event in Las Vegas.
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Politics Kelley Paul: America's Founders were the 'first civil rights heroes' 'I do think that we've gotten away from really celebrating our founders and our heroes' By David Unsworth Fox News Published July 10, 2026 7:29pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Kelley Paul celebrates America 250 by authoring new children's book American history comes to life for kids in "Good Night, Young American," a new children's book by Kelley Paul, wife of Kentucky Senator Rand Paul NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Kelley Paul is no stranger to the American political scene.
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