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It was 60 years ago today
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Reconciliation and America’s past
So I hurt my wrist and it's all wrapped up. Literally. Meaning I'm typing with...
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A salute to Gettysburg
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Why do we celebrate Independence Day?
Just a reminder: And who can forget: Sometimes it's nice to to...
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An important anniversary
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We still remember that Day of Days
One reason I love The American Catholic is because Donald McClarey is able to mix a healthy...
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On June 4
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It’s time to tear down the Washington Monument
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Holy Thursday
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On the historical nature of the Faith
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A monumental day
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April 04, 2017
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What a guy. The NYT publishes Tariq Ali's rather celebratory look at one of the 20th...
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March 17, 2017
Some St. Patrick’s Day reflections
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The Ides of March
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March 10, 2017
The futility of war
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A lesson worth remembering in our troubled times
Years ago I was at a conference, and had the pleasure of sitting next to...
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January 26, 2017
Trump hearts torture
Yes, it's true. And in fairness, he's honest about it. If nothing else, we don't...
January 25, 2017
It was 39 years ago tonight
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January 12, 2017
Holy Crusades
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Not our modern snowflakes
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December 07, 2016
It was 75 years ago today
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November 26, 2016
An answer to Salon’s progressive spin on Thanksgiving
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November 23, 2016
On the other hand, the way I explain the history
NPR guides us through a multi-cultural, liberal celebration of Thanksgiving. My favorite part is this:...
November 23, 2016
The repeal of Godwin’s law
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