In 1848 Quaker farmer Jonathan Roberts moved his family south from New Jersey to a new farm in northern VA in 1848. He arrived with high hopes and even higher ideals. The new spread adjoined George Washington’s Mt. Vernon plantation, already a historic site for the still-young nation. Yet with its distinguished lineage, the property … Continue reading The “Quaker Scout”: Highlighting A Very Relevant Piece of Quaker History
Taiwan – Nancy Pelosi’s Last Hurrah Gwynne Dyer — Aug 04 2022 People walk past a billboard welcoming U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in Taipei, Taiwan, Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Pelosi . . . becomes the highest-ranking American official in 25 years to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China, which quickly announced that it … Continue reading Pelosi & Taiwan: Curtain Raiser On A New Nuclear Suspense Drama?
Some amazing things happened in public life the past few days. Here are a few of my picks: Imagine that: Democrats came up with a brilliant political slogan. I’m not sure that’s happened since “Yes We Can” burst on the scene with Barack Obama in 2008. This one is the “rebrand” of the last year’s … Continue reading Political “Miracles” of the Week
Washington Post: In viral ad, doctor calls Texas governor to get permission for abortion María Paúl – July 28, 2022 A new political ad targeting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) starts with a scene that could unfold in any hospital across the country — a doctor delivering gutting news to an expectant couple: “Your baby has … Continue reading New “MAGA” ad (Mothers Against Greg Abbott) Goes Viral in Texas Guv Race
Opinion by Lina Abu Akleh — July 27, 2022 Lina Abu Akleh is Shireen Abu Akleh’s niece. Earlier this year, I began planning a summer trip from Jerusalem to the United States with my aunt. I was excited for her to show me cities she knew well and loved, including Washington. I am now in Washington, … Continue reading Israel & the Killing of Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh