Good. An interesting point – the Cross was originally built on private property n 1925, and the state took over the property in 1961. Writing for the 7–2 majority, Justice Samuel Alito held that the cross did not violate the Constitution’s establishment clause, as was alleged by the plaintiffs, a group of humanists who argued … Read more
The Mass was mostly for workers and staff. This is from the Guardian (UK).
All the sisters, and a brother. What a nice tale.
Good. Would have been VERY bad if they hadn't. Despite a concerted effort by euthanasia advocates, the American Medical Association has voted to retain its long-standing opposition to assisted suicide. The AMA affirmed CEJA 2, the report which recommended that the AMA retain its opposition to assisted suicide. The vote was 65-35, a huge margin … Read more
This is so powerful. Pretty much just leaving the link – if you are interested, takes 15-20 minutes to read. "Photograph of American troops approaching Omaha Beach, Normandy, on D-Day." First Wave at Omaha Beach An account of the “epic human tragedy” that unfolded when Allied troops landed on the shores of Normandy on D-Day … Read more
The classic about the 24 hours of D-Day, June 6th, 1944. A great narrative. Of course it was made into a justly famous movie. But the book is so worth reading. The title comes from something the German General Erwin Rommel said to his staff months before the invasion; that the day of the invasion … Read more
Third Fourth year in a row I’ve posted this. It never gets old! Now 42 43 years ago… Ahhh, 40 years ago – June fifth, 1976. In Downing Stadium, a Rugby Festival with four games. After three New York teams all get steamrolled by English sides, the England Champions Gosforth take on the NY champions … Read more
Less than two minutes – another 19 year old – enough to make you weep.
A Penobscot indian from Maine.
Great. June 6th is the 75th anniversary. The man was five years old.