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Columbus Day commemorates the landing of Italian-born navigator Christopher Columbus in the New World—i.e., the Americas—on October 12, 1492. It is a federal holiday in the United States, observed on the second Monday in October. The day typically involves parades,…
Read MoreThe “Great Republican Reform Party” was not an official political party in 1856, but rather a satirical term used in political cartoons to mock the new Republican Party and its presidential candidate, John C. Frémont. The name was meant to highlight and deride the broad, eclectic, and progressive coalition of groups that supported the Republicans in the 1856 election.
Read MoreHonor & Remembrance The American Legion pauses to remember those killed during the terrorist attacks 24 years ago.On Sept. 11, The American Legion pauses to remember the terrorist attacks 24 years ago, pay tribute to first responders whose actions that…
Read MoreOpen Letter to OpenAI: Stop Obstructing Lawful, Private Work July 17, 2025 To OpenAI Leadership, The undersigned write to address a fundamental flaw in OpenAI’s service: the unjustified interference with lawful, private, professional work conducted by paying customers that violates…
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Read MoreAs the United States escalates military pressure with airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites—identified as “Operation Midnight Hammer” on 22 June 2025—scrutiny has intensified over prior executive actions that released billions in frozen Iranian funds. Critics suggest these waivers, granted during…
Read MoreReflections on Freedom: Memorial Day Ride Through McKinley Park by @drkugler May 26, 2025 It was a little cool this morning—not quite brisk, but enough for a hoodie over shorts. The streets were quiet, the air clear, and it felt…
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