The Night Bob Dylan Went Electric at the Newport Folk Festival
Dylan's electric performance at Newport in 1965 marked a turning point in music history, embodying the conflict between artistic freedom and audience expectations.
Why do we see ourselves as morally superior to other historical eras?
The modern narrative promotes rejecting a troubled past in favor of current moral values, emphasizing flaws like racism, colonialism, and inequality.
Healing the Wounds of Polarization
Polarization narrows perspectives, undermines mental health, and distorts truth across personal and societal relations.
Banned rainbows and 'forced outing.' Will elections reshape this relentless school board?
Chino Hills students face facility issues while school board prioritizes cultural policies, indicating broader educational culture wars.
The Scopes Trial and the Two Visions of US Democracy
The Scopes trial highlights enduring conflicts between science and religion, with implications that resonate in today’s cultural and educational debates.
Banned rainbows and 'forced outing.' Will elections reshape this relentless school board?
Chino Hills students face facility issues while school board prioritizes cultural policies, indicating broader educational culture wars.
The Scopes Trial and the Two Visions of US Democracy
The Scopes trial highlights enduring conflicts between science and religion, with implications that resonate in today’s cultural and educational debates.
Artist Sues Town for Canceling Residency Over Her Views on Gaza War
This lawsuit raises significant questions about freedom of expression for artists in politically sensitive contexts.
Opinion | The Christian Persecution Narrative Rings Hollow
American Christians are not truly persecuted in a historical context, despite feelings of dread among some evangelicals.
In Shogun,' Anna Sawai Drew On the Power of Silence. And Mozart.
Sawai's portrayal of Lady Mariko in Shogun highlights the intersection of duty, desire, and cultural conflict, culminating in her character's tragic fate.
Opinion | Trump Has Ushered in the Age of the Great Misalignment'
The upcoming election is taking place during a time of cultural and racial conflict, economic inequality, and a divided electorate.
Experts are expressing shared pessimism and concern that the U.S. may be at a critical juncture with less ability to reform itself and correct mistakes compared to previous difficult moments in history.