“The Sound of Freedom”: A Disturbing Portrait of Modern-Day Slavery The Persistence of Human Evil In the new film “The Sound of Freedom,” directed by Alejandro Monteverde, we are confronted with the undeniable reality of human evil. Just like Steven Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List” powerfully conveyed the inhumanity of the Holocaust, “The Sound of Freedom” compels […]
Resource Recovery Facility Project Update: Maximizing Indigenous Elders’ Contributions Introduction The upcoming consideration by the Council of options for the delivery of a resource recovery facility that diverts the maximum amount of resources from landfill presents an opportunity to not only address a pressing environmental issue but also to honor and recognize the invaluable contributions […]
Let’s honor those who have protected Indiana’s natural places through conservation by Cliff Chapman, Indiana Capital Chronicle June 19, 2023 Inadequate Recognition for Land Conservation Indiana, like many other states, has been blessed with stunning natural landscapes that are worth preserving for future generations. Over the years, numerous individuals have dedicated their lives to the […]
Juneteenth: A Vital Moment in African American History JUNTEENTH: A VITAL MOMENT IN AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Monday marks the third ever official Juneteenth holiday, celebrating the emancipation of all slaves. It took more than two years for people to be freed after president Abraham Lincoln signed the historic Emancipation Proclamation. Then, in […]
Controversy and Recognition: Alex Newell Wins Tony Award Amidst Lea Michele’s Presence The 2023 Tony Awards ceremony was not just a celebration of theatrical excellence but also marked a significant moment for the LGBTQ+ community. The show’s host and presenters were openly queer individuals, and two categories were won by non-binary people for the first […]
Washed-up Politicians awarded in King’s Birthday Honours List The King’s Birthday Honours List saw many of Australia’s former politicians being awarded this year. The tradition of honouring washed-up politicians to mark the sovereign’s birthday still continues despite the change in monarch. The former Liberal West Australian Premier Colin Barnett and former Labor Minister Jenny Macklin […]