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But few names have lasted in our history books as predominantly as Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Harriet Tubman & the Sewards: A Friendship Made Along the Underground Railroad in Auburn 4: Uncover History at these Underground Railroad Sites in Syracuse 5: Retracing the Footsteps of Frederick Douglass and the Underground Railroad in Rochester If you’d like to learn even more about Frederick Douglass, I highly encourage you to check out Frederick Douglass’s Rochester, a year-long project by Open Mic Rochester and CITY newspaper. They honor the likes of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony all throughout town.

Self reflection, inner work, efforts to raise consciousness and depth and clarity of perception, to serve society in an authentic sense, carry little value. A dangerously polarized world unable to understand or empathize with the perspective of others, a wholesale disconnect from the natural world and the interdependence between personal/social/economic well being and healthy ecosystems, and a devaluation of the pursuit of truth, be it empirical scientific or matters of the heart and human relationships. An aspiration and priority for a broader epistemology must be firmly established in the education culture and society at large, one that honors, supports and validates intuitive creativity, visioning, play, meditation, reflective discussion (ongoing), service, critical thinking, and the aspiration to truth. Through enlightened charter schools, independent schools, un-schooling, home school groups, teacher development, curricular models, town meetings, blogs, film, music, theater, media and much more, we can all contribute to helping to create a more enlightened society through education.

That old tale, arising not from folk but from corporate interests, said that unlimited growth and soaring GDP is the measure of economic health and community wellbeing; that a rising stock market protects us, no matter how rundown our neighborhoods; that deregulation stimulates investment, even as climate destabilizing emissions rise; and that national security need only focus on existential threats beyond our borders, and not on quality of life and preservation of civil liberties. By acting now with foresight and hard work, we can care for each other, reinvesting in people and the land, creating a future for the Hudson Valley that emphasizes the Permaculture principles of Care of the Earth, Care of People, and Fair share of resources. While it is true that there is little that small communities can do to independently reverse climate change, there are many things these same communities can do to mitigate the climate crisis in their area as it unfolds, and to future-proof themselves against climate chaos. A few practical repair ideas: community flood proofing in preparation for climate chaos, implementation of drought resistant landscaping, institutionalization of green building practices, zoning against development in climate disaster-prone floodplains, the installation of redundant stormproof energy systems, the establishment of community-wide food security, and the creation of damage control centers equipped to deal with sudden disasters

Normally I wouldn't start my Release Radar off with a remix, especially a song that's nearly 15 years old. But, this version of "Naive" by The Kooks, fancified by Seeb, is a fun one, ripe for the Spring weekend. Performed live from the BBC with none other than Jools Holland, it reminds us of a voice we are desperately missing. Straight-up rock and roll, and an example of what Bob Pollard does best when he stays on course.

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In the American President, a 1971 film to which I often refer, President Andrew Shepard defends himself from his political opponent, Senator Bob Rumson, who has castigated him for being a member of the ACLU. Shepard explains in a press briefing that the American Civil Liberties Union "…is an organization whose sole purpose is to defend the Bill of Rights, so it naturally begs the question: Why would a senator, his party's most powerful spokesman and a candidate for President, choose to reject upholding the Constitution? While Right wing trolls are making hay about it, the truth is that anyone who owns a website can redirect it to any other website without getting permission to do so. the answer maybe more disturbing: Why would any loyal American support those who violently oppose Americans standing up to Fascism and racism?

Today is part II of a three-part look at the shenanigans of the race for Mayor in Bradley, Illinois, just an hour south of Chicago’s loop. A local businessman owns a Hotel a stone-throw away from the mall of Mr. Watson’s proposed convention center. The interim Mayor held a fundraiser recently, and the hotel owner gave the maximum amount under Illinois law to Mr. Watson’s campaign. A significant donation came at a fortuitous time, as Mr. Watson’s political organization was facing fines from the State of Illinois for reporting violations.

Struck joined Missouri State in January after he started 11-of-12 games as a junior for Idaho State, completing 164-of-320 (.512) passes for 2,334 yards with 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 2019. Johnson, who transferred to Missouri State from Southern Mississippi, completed 56 percent of his passes between the seven combined fall and spring games the Bears have played. (Saluki special teams/defensive ends coach) are cousins to Missouri State head coach Bobby Petrino and Idaho coach Paul Petrino. Where to find the game SIU (4-2, 3-2) will kick off at 2 p.m. against Missouri State (3-4, 3-1) in Springfield, Mo. on ESPN+ online.

Loyola University Chicago makes a promise − "to prepare people to lead extraordinary lives. (or, as I tell my students, "before electricity"), I have seen that promise come true again and again. And that's why it's so great to see Loyola being recognized nationally through the continuing adventures of its basketball team, the Loyola Ramblers, and the school's media sensation, "Sister Jean" Dolores Schmidt, the team chaplain and honorary assistant captain, who actually has her own bobblehead. Watching this team that made the Final Four in 2018, and is now in the Sweet Sixteen, takes me back to the simpler days of my college years and listening to U2's "Pride (In the Name of Love)," watching "The Breakfast Club" at the movies and "Knight Rider" on TV, and reveling in the epic rollout of Dr. Pepper Gum

More than 1,800 children and teens die by gunfire every year according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention with 3 million children directly exposed to gun violence each year resulting in injury and lasting trauma. Despite the calls for more gun restrictions and gun control, Americans purchased 23 million guns in the United States last year a slight increase over 2019. Indeed during this entire year, not one politician came forward demanding action against the gangs and the Justice system that has a revolving door when it comes to criminals committing crimes while armed. More laws and the failure to enforce the laws already there speak to the confidence of people who hear the speeches and the constant babble of more gun laws and more gun laws and no action against those criminals who are arrested.