Jill Lepore notes that the media's characterization of elections as 'unprecedented' oversimplifies the deeper historical currents influencing contemporary politics, connecting today’s climate to the past.
Maya Jasanoff emphasizes the importance of history in education, lamenting how traditional frameworks fell out of favor, yet underscoring the need for historical consciousness.
Kirsten Weld highlights that approaching history as a way for individuals and collectives to situate themselves in time offers profound insight into present-day constructs and meanings.
The new course aims to revivify interest in history by engaging students to explore not just past events but their relevance in shaping present identities and discourses.
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