Philanthropic Billionaires: An Investigation
Mark Zuckerberg joins a long line of philanthropic billionaires who have pledged millions of dollars to charitable causes.
Remembering Historian John Hope Franklin
Franklin helped to change the way we think about slavery and Reconstruction.
Suggested Readings: De-stressing, Divorce, and the False View of Abortion on TV
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What is Kwanzaa?
A look at the history of Kwanzaa and how it has evolved since it was founded by Maulana Ronald Karenga.
How Do You Define Terrorism?
The definition of terrorism, which has been with us for a long time, is being debated domestically and internationally.
How Luiseno Indian Artist James Luna Resists Cultural Appropriation
Artist James Luna uses his body as an intervention to white art-historical practices.
Are Mute Swans a Harmful Invasive Species?
Mute swans are the poster child for a harmful species protected by strong public goodwill.
The Genre-Bending Brilliance of “Meet Me In St. Louis”
Meet me In St. Louis was the first film to blur the lines between a drama and a musical.
Seeing Class in Every Glass: How Champagne United Behind Their Famous Sparkling Wine
The rise of champagne as a distinctly French invention helped sow class differences in the region.