When I was still teaching, I came across an interesting narrative I had never seen before – a chapter from a book written by an Igbo child who was abducted, held in slavery in Africa, and then sold as a slave in the New World.
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John Hood: Freedom is worth the risk
During each election cycle, we are treated to an endless parade of politicians extolling freedom. Given how many of them subsequently vote to restrict our freedom in myriad ways, we have ample reason to be skeptical about politicians.
Letter to the editor: We have freedom, but also great responsibility
A virus is ravaging our country and our world. In spite of the overwhelming evidence that masks and vaccines work to limit sickness and death, there are people who endanger themselves and others, claiming rights under the banner of personal freedom. The U.S. Constitution, does not grant us so much personal freedom that we can disregard the rights and wellbeing of those around us.
Letter to the editor: July 4, 1776 is a day of remembrance and celebration!
It was Franklin Roosevelt who said that December 7, 1941 is a day that will “live in infamy.” May I suggest that July 4, 1776 as a day that will “live in celebration” in the hearts and minds of all freedom loving people.
John Hood: Resist the temptation to coerce
The problem with freedom is that other people may do things that trouble, annoy, or even anger you. In a free society, you have no authority to stop them.
Fantastic facts about the Fourth of July
Here are a few facts you might not know about America’s most celebrated holiday.
Mike Parker: Civility is a key element in self-government
We have drifted a long way from the days of George Orwell, who said: “If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.”
Reece Gardner: Country music and country living
Today I want to talk about country music and country living.