The protest that I covered in Waco, Texas on Sept. 23 was nothing like the large, occasionally violent ones held in other regions. More than 50 people attended and no one was tear-gassed or arrested. I saw only a couple of counter protesters actually approach the group, screaming “Do you know the facts of the case? Breonna Taylor was a drug dealer!” But they left quickly as … [Read more...] about Another side of protests: Small peaceful gathering in Waco
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St. Louis Media History Foundation archives to reopen to public after devastating fire
After a devastating fire in March 2019, the St. Louis Media History Foundation is bouncing back to life in the Grand Center district, next to many attractions and well-known art exhibitions in St. Louis’ cultural center. The fire destroyed the building, but thousands of artifacts were saved from print and broadcast media going back to the 19th century. Board members … [Read more...] about St. Louis Media History Foundation archives to reopen to public after devastating fire
Mizzou journalism faculty criticize MU chancellor for discouraging dissent
The following is a letter signed by 15 University of Missouri journalism faculty and sent to University of Missouri System president and chancellor Mun Choi. The letter came after Choi blocked students from his Twitter account. Freedom of expression, scrutiny of public officials and open government are bedrock principles of a democracy and of institutions of higher learning. … [Read more...] about Mizzou journalism faculty criticize MU chancellor for discouraging dissent
Clarence Thomas ‘documentary’ was no documentary
Clarence Thomas is not evil as many of his critics say nor the hero his backers worship. He’s not the legal incompetent his detractors ridicule. Nor is he the legal visionary many conservatives describe. He’s not the Uncle Tom of racist caricatures drawn by some liberal cartoonists. But his vision of equality couldn’t be more at odds with that of the first black justice … [Read more...] about Clarence Thomas ‘documentary’ was no documentary
Freeport Doctrine helps Douglas win Illinois and lose nation
Freeport, Illinois, Aug, 27 The late August morning brought along a chilly rain. I have dressed the warmest I can, and I find it quite surprising to see such a crowd. Lining the street are Lincoln supporters; some of the crowd still is recovering from Douglas’ arrival the night before. As in Ottawa, Douglas arrived with the sound of a booming cannon still attached to … [Read more...] about Freeport Doctrine helps Douglas win Illinois and lose nation