Pip: Two hundred and fifty years of American history, and somehow we've turned the birthday party into a political litmus test. Mara: Today we're looking at a post from ChronicallyGratefulDeb on the tension between artistic conscience and the fans who feel left behind when performers pull out of national celebrations. Let's start with that withdrawal... Continue Reading →
Understanding Juneteenth: A Day of Freedom, Reflection, and Action
I love history but honestly this was NEVER taught in elementary school, jr.high or high school. And I took as many history classes as I could, because I just love it. So What Is Juneteenth?Juneteenth, celebrated every year on June 19th, is a milestone in American history. It marks the day in 1865 when enslaved... Continue Reading →
2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote.
The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote. This historic centennial offers an unparalleled opportunity to commemorate a milestone of democracy and to explore its relevance to the issues of equal rights today. The Women's Vote Centennial Initiative, a collaboration of... Continue Reading →
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