Race, judging people in their time, and Andy Griffith
We would do well to remember people live in the present: their present. … Read More
Abigail Adams might be the greatest woman in U.S. history
There are no great books about Abigail Adams, and that should surely change. … Read More
Why don’t historians just call more people gay?
Gay people have always been there. So why is there no mention of their sexual orientation in history? It’s because historians can rarely prove their sexual behavior, let alone their sexual orientation. … Read More
George Washington would have worn a mask
George Washington knew the value of every able body. He would have worn a mask if he knew what we know today. Heck, even if we only suspected what we know today he would have worn a mask. … Read More
How could the founders own slaves and be against slavery?
The current fight over wages post-pandemic can give you a clearer understanding of the economics of early US slavery. … Read More