Greek Gods
Greek mythology is full of stories with gods and goddesses, each associated with different aspects of life and the physical world. Here is a description of some of the most prominent Greek gods and goddesses: Olympian Gods Other Notable Gods Key Themes and Relationships These gods and goddesses were integral to Greek mythology, shaping ancient […]
Top Greek Philosophers
Greek philosophy is renowned for its profound contributions to Western thought. Here are some of the most influential Greek philosophers, along with their key ideas and contributions: 1. Socrates (470/469 – 399 BC) 2. Plato (428/427 – 348/347 BC) 3. Aristotle (384 – 322 BC) 4. Pythagoras (c. 570 – c. 495 BC) 5. Heraclitus […]
Key ideas of the American Revolution
1. Liberty 2. Equality 3. Self-Governance 4. Republicanism 5. Natural Rights 6. Popular Sovereignty 7. Economic Independence 8. Innovation in Governance Summary These key ideas of the American Revolution—liberty, equality, self-governance, republicanism, natural rights, popular sovereignty, economic independence, and innovation in governance—formed the ideological foundation of the new nation and continue to influence American political […]
Notes on Whose America? Culture Wars in the public schools by Jonathan Zimmerman
In the 1940s textbook author Harold Rugg had come under criticism from business and patriotic groups who accused his books of being too negative about American history (Zimmerman, 2002, p. 55). Rugg was lambasted for “class-based” or even “socialist” views of the constitution, industrialization, and the Great Depression” (Zimmerman, p. 56). In 1941 the American […]
Delaying Gratification
Delaying Gratification can help us to have more stability and success long-term. This could include not treating ourselves to a dessert when we feel like it. This specific delaying of gratification can help us save money and improve our health. There are a lot of voices who encourage us to treat ourselves. This is an […]
John Brown and the raid on Harper’s Ferry
John Brown was influenced by his deeply religious family who was staunchly anti-slavery. Brown worked on the underground railroad in the 1830s and 1840s. This contributed to his abolitionist views growing stronger. Brown came to the conclusion that an armed insurrection was the ultimate solution for overthrowing slavery. He created a plan to seize a […]
Coleman Hughes criticizes Colbert on his ignorance of MLK
We are moving further away from a society that values the idea of colorblindness. There are activist scholars who are pushing destructive ideas on society and these ideas are spreading like wildfire. Critical race theory is dangerous and we need to objectively analyze it. Discrimination in the name of equalizing outcomes will be harmful to […]
Fat Studies
The math scholar James Lindsay has critiqued fat studies. Some of the ideas follow the logic that doctors are being hateful and trying to control fat people. The subject is focused on analyzing the media representation of how fat bodies are portrayed in the media. The field also studies how power dynamics have affected the […]
Trump Corruption
We need political leaders that are not habitual liars. We need individuals who will reliably tell the truth even when the truth is not popular. Romney seems to be more of this type of leader than Trump. Andrew Yang seems like someone who has the potential to be this type of leader in the future.
Cocal Cola Training
The idea that white people should try to be less white is absurd. It is being pushed by scholar activists who are changing definitions of words. These types of ideas will not benefit wider society. They are divisive and will lead to long-term conflict.