History Matters

“We’ve seen a force that would shatter our nation rather than share it, would destroy our country if it meant delaying democracy. And this effort very nearly succeeded. But while democracy can be periodically delayed, it can never be permanently defeated.

In this truth, in this faith, we trust. For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eyes on us.” – Amanda Gorman

New York Times: Why They Killed Chico Mendes

Francisco Alves Mendes Filho, better known as Chico Mendes (December 15, 1944 – December 22, 1988), was a Brazilian rubber tapper, trade union leader and environmentalist. He fought to preserve the Amazon rainforest, and advocated for the human rights of Brazilian...

Washington Post: Gabriel’s revolt

In 1800, he was savvy, armed and determined to end slavery in Virginia’s capital. But on the day of the bold slave insurrection, disaster struck.   Gabriel's revolt: In 1800, he was savvy, armed and determined to end slavery in Virginia's capital August 23 More...

Washington Post: Living the Existential Lie

The Tea Party (remember them?) chose to so name themselves because they aspire to be known as "those who possess a strong belief in the Judeo-Christian values embedded in our great founding documents." This isn't much of a description, but by associating themselves...