The threat of a wider war sparked by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Israel/Hamas war has never been as great as it is now. The world is in need of actions that will change the thirst for war to an atmosphere of peace. Normalizing relations with Cuba will create an opportunity for such change. More
Now that the Ukrainian military aid bill has been passed we have an opportunity to assess the developing conflict and offer suggestions. Here we will argue for more diplomacy and less war. None of this essay should be construed as support for Russian behavior – which has been abysmal. And at the end, there will More
Class-based affirmative action is an illusion, argues Jonathan Bean.
Class-based affirmative action is an illusion, argues Jonathan Bean.
The recent tit-for-tat conflict between Israel and Iran could pose a challenge to the Thai economy in the second quarter, as the International Monetary Fund slashed its Thai GDP forecast to 2.7% growth from 4.4% when domestic consumption slumped.Stock markets and gold prices across Asia were affected earlier this month when the attacks started, while a spike in energy prices would increase living costs and dampen the economic outlook.GOLD PRICESFears of a broader battle between Israel and Iran...
Erik Larson offers in his latest work a close look at slavery, antebellum Charleston, and the cause of the War of the Rebellion.
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For The Madera TribuneThe Owl Saloon was located on the north side of Yosemite Avenue in the “Tenderloin” district of town. It drew the ire of the pastor of the local Methodist church because of its alleged dancing activities.The Owl Saloon was located on Madera’s west side not far from where the Yum Yum donut shop now stands. In the early 20th century the area was known as the “Tenderloin District.” It was a rowdy place; the law was constantly there breaking up fights, arresting drunks, and...
by Anonymous JROTC or Junior ROTC: a DOD program proposed for Portland schools. There are many reasons why not to embed this military recruitment program in our schools. Yet as our memory of past military misadventures fades, taking JROTC aboard may seem like no big deal. Nonetheless, I am distressed that JROTC teaches history(!) as part of its curriculum. Will the students learn that many wars were wars of choice and subject to mission creep (e.g.,...