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FX's 'Say Nothing' Is Worth Your Time: 'Trying to Show Both the Seduction and the Cost of Radical Politics'

'Say Nothing' intertwines a harrowing true crime narrative with a broader examination of political violence and societal unrest.
The adaptation of 'Say Nothing' offers insight into historical conflict while resonating with contemporary issues of activism.

Why Writing Women Back into History Matters - Medievalists.net

Rediscovering historical female figures enriches our understanding of the past and challenges traditional male-centric narratives.

Gulag History Museum in Moscow temporarily closed for safety reasons'

The Gulag History Museum's closure reflects ongoing Kremlin efforts to suppress independent historical narratives and civil society in Russia.

The 'Say Nothing' TV adaptation isn't a history lesson but it's haunting nonetheless

The book explores The Troubles in Northern Ireland through personal stories, focusing on Dolours Price's transformation from a nonviolent protester to a key IRA operative.

Rachel Maddow on Authoritarians and Thieves

Trump's potential re-election reveals America's troubling tolerance for corruption and the disregard for expert opinion.

America Was Never Isolationist

Fareed Zakaria's CNN special misrepresents U.S. history and downplays costs of global leadership while warning against 'isolationism'.
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How Recovering the History of a Little-Known Lakota Massacre Could Heal Generational Pain

The Blue Water Massacre in 1855 is a significant yet overlooked event in U.S. military history, marking the start of extensive violence against the Lakota.

The Case for Explorers' Day

Columbus Day remains a divisive holiday; the introduction of Indigenous Peoples' Day reflects ongoing struggles over historical narratives and recognition.

A Swedish Poet Comes Face to Face With the Epic

Linnea Axelsson's AEdnan poetically examines the Sámi family's dispossession and cultural erasure over generations while employing a minimal, whisper-like style.
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American democracy is in the peril. And racism will be the sledgehammer that destroys it | Kimberle W Crenshaw

Racism is foundational to American democracy and continues to threaten racial justice and democracy today.

The forgotten woman behind Britain's anti-racist bus boycott

Ena Hackett played a crucial role in the Bristol Bus Boycott, advocating against racial discrimination in hiring practices at the Bristol Omnibus Company.

The Rights of American Slaves

Enslaved people managed to exercise legal rights, contrary to the narrative that they were completely disenfranchised.
Black communities utilized legal rights despite systemic oppression, showcasing their complex relationship with the law.

American democracy is in the peril. And racism will be the sledgehammer that destroys it | Kimberle W Crenshaw

Racism is foundational to American democracy and continues to threaten racial justice and democracy today.

The forgotten woman behind Britain's anti-racist bus boycott

Ena Hackett played a crucial role in the Bristol Bus Boycott, advocating against racial discrimination in hiring practices at the Bristol Omnibus Company.

The Rights of American Slaves

Enslaved people managed to exercise legal rights, contrary to the narrative that they were completely disenfranchised.
Black communities utilized legal rights despite systemic oppression, showcasing their complex relationship with the law.
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The Fight Over Who Writes the History of Modern China

China's Communist Party is actively managing its historical narrative as it commemorates 75 years of governance.

The whole human condition is encased in the story': why Beatles films just keep coming

The Beatles' influence remains potent in the film industry, with a series of new documentaries and films celebrating their legacy.

Was Abraham Lincoln Gay, and Should We Care?

The documentary 'Lover of Men' contributes to the debate on Abraham Lincoln's sexuality, analyzing historical narratives through identity.

Dennis Quaid Was One of Our Greatest Movie Stars. Now He's the Star of Reagan. What Happened?

Dennis Quaid's portrayal of Ronald Reagan lacks authenticity and coherence, overwhelmed by stylistic choices and a disjointed narrative.

A war of who gets to write history': the artists resisting in Ukraine

Despite expectations, Ukrainian resistance endures as they fight for cultural identity against Russian aggression, showcasing resilience and the struggle for self-definition.

Phantom Limb by Chris Kohler review an unusual debut

Gillis seeks redemption through his new role as a minister after a personal failure, marked by the discovery of a miraculous disembodied hand.

Three review Yugoslavian trilogy of tales tracks the horrors of the second world war

The anti-war triptych 'Three' by Aleksandar Petrovic, a notable member of the Yugoslav Black Wave cinema movement, has been revived in a distinctively self-aware manner.

After a borderland shootout, a 100-year-old battle for the truth

Challenging the narrative of Texas Rangers' heroism through Tejano perspective.
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