On March 31, 1998, the United States experienced a significant event in the world of technology with the launch of the first version of the popular web browser, Netscape Navigator. This browser played a crucial role in popularizing the internet and making it accessible to the general public. Additionally, on this date, the United States was preparing for the upcoming midterm elections, which would take place later that year. Political campaigns were ramping up, and various candidates were beginning to announce their intentions to run for office.