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The acrid smell of smoke, the sickening crunch of glass – these are the sensory details that assault the senses when a place of worship is violated by fire. In January 2023, the Beth Israel Congregation in Mississippi became the latest target, its sanctuary ravaged by an arsonist. While the immediate shock reverberates, this act … Read more
The year is 1914. In a quiet corner of the United States, a nascent movement is stirring, one that would, over the next century, morph into a complex, often controversial, and deeply entrenched national crusade: the War on Drugs. Long before the ubiquitous headlines and presidential pronouncements, the seeds of this conflict were sown in … Read more
The United States, a beacon of liberty and a land of opportunity, has at various points in its history been cast in the long shadow of terrorism. From the nascent days of the republic to the complex challenges of the 21st century, acts of violence intended to sow fear and destabilize society have left an … Read more
The United States, a nation built by immigrants, has a long and complex history of managing its borders and welcoming newcomers. Over the centuries, the systems and agencies responsible for this have evolved significantly, reflecting changing political climates, societal anxieties, and global events. One of the most prominent, and often controversial, agencies in this ongoing … Read more