Juneteenth: Renewing Hope for Our Shared Future
On Juneteenth we remember the bitter fight to overcome racial hatred and oppression, and renew our determination to remake this nation as a beacon of hope for freedom and equality for all. We need to renew our national commitment to great leadership such as that exemplified by President Obama and the presidents who gathered in Chicago to dedicate the Obama Presidential Center on June 18.
Racist Tropes and Hard American Truths
The contemptible racism of the president of this nation must be called out for what it is. How can we celebrate 250 years of America without confronting the constant undermining of our values in equal justice and freedom for all?
Conversations Across the Disciplines
The new academic center will provide many opportunities for multi-disciplinary conversation and a robust environment for the integration of knowledge across disciplines.