From Southwest Ledger One of the principal difficulties in George Washington’s presidency was dealing with the French Revolution and whether we should support their fight. While Washington’s cabinet was divided on the issue, one important player from the revolution was not. Written in 1776, Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” may be the most important document written … Continue reading Conservative free speech advocate killed in Utah
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I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
From Southwest Ledger Being that this has been a tumultuous year for many, I thought I would share a Christmas message of hope. It is not a happy message per say, but one of peace. As an American Civil War historian, one of my favorite Christmas songs is, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” … Continue reading I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
