All posts filed under: Recommended Readings

Books (along with a smattering of movies and plays) that I have found of interest and want to share

Assisted living

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I have a confession to make. I have lived in assisted living my entire life.

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Born in slavery, Frederick Douglass chose February 14th as his birthday. Read why he remains a prophet for today.

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Pete Buttigieg explains why trust is foundational to American democracy and why we must fight the attacks on truth.

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As citizens attack our Capitol, remember that violence and paranoia are part of our character. As is hope.

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The books I read in the year of COVID, Black Lives Matter, and GOP attacks on our democracy.

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“Democracy in Chains” helps the reader understand how unfettered capitalism became more sacrosanct than democracy in America.

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The richly illustrated “Historic Cities” has a scope sure to interest both practitioners and the merely curious layperson.

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The books which have shaped the work of a leader at one of my favorite historic sites.

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Frederick Douglass is a 19th century prophet whose words still resonate in 21st century America.

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Ibram X. Kendi’s “How to Be An Antiracist” is a powerful reminder of our personal responsibilities in fighting racism.