My Turn: A Blog for Democracy
A weekly reflection on current issues and our democratic experience utilizing my background in Holocaust and genocide history, public education, and travel. To deepen discussion and reflection to advance democratic norms and progress. New posts each Monday morning. Respectful discussion helps us build a better Republic, I encourage your thoughts, reactions, and reflections. "Facing the past with courage, resilience, and hope." © My Turn
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Discussing Andres Weissmann and Steven Ross's new books to help us save our democracy.
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The threat to the US from Christian nationalism and our duty to respond appropriately.
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Remembering those who fought for the Voting Rights Act to illustrate the immorality of the recent Supreme Court decision to undermine it.
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Examining how the Voting Rights Act has been undermanned and the risk that poses for democracy.
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The importance of Holocaust education and enthusiasm of the younger generation.
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Patriots' Day in New England reminds us about the struggle for freedom against tyranny and empire. Hungarians this week reminded us how important that continues to be.
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How Jewish, Christian, and Muslim religious traditions and the U.S, Constitution are designed to resist tyranny.
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As we witness antidemocratic forces we must embrace nonviolent resistance that rejects hate and division. What can FDR's generation teach us about freedom from fear?
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On St, Patrick's Day I think about how immigrants found freedom and helped to build the US and the hate that tried to target them.
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