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America’s Middle Colonies included today's states of Delaware, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The Middle Colonies are different in important ways from the New England colonies. Learn about these key differences in this second installment of the basic ideas of constitutional government in the colonies series from 60-Second Civics. 🎧 You can find all 20 videos in the series here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gDW_HBSy

Crisp early autumn day, and the view from the public entrance to Parliament House is bathed in light. Sharp shadows lead the eye from the red earth to that wondrous liminal space of light between the earth and the sky. The War Memorial, in the distance, rests at the foot of Mt Ainsley, and the distant traffic of a Canberra starting the business day can be heard. Each of us has the ability to see the moment we are in. The beauty of it, the realty of it, and the impermanence of it. In this space, wherever you are, with a breath, you can connect to who you want to be, and the difference you want to make in the world. If you want to let other petty tyrants goad you into your worst… or if your connection to values will help you choose the Insightful Path. #InsightfulPath; #InnovativeLearningDesign; #EngagingFacilitation; #InsightfulProfessionalCoaching

My comprehensive analysis of the recent numbers from the Southern Baptist Convention. Some good metrics: baptisms and attendance are both up. Some not so good: membership is still in free fall, still exceeds new baptisms. https://lnkd.in/g8TTfYj9

In our September issue: tribal relations resources for state arts agencies, program and grant initiatives from Wisconsin and Virginia, states' projected FY2025 appropriations for the arts, and resources to help you serve the public: https://lnkd.in/gSMbaKBm

Powerful speech,

Recently, the governor of Mississippi declared April 2024 Confederate Heritage Month. While I'm not surprised, I am increasingly disgusted in the political decisions made by the public servants of my home state. Enough is enough! Please consider reading this short blog post where I give my personal thoughts and a bit of historical context regarding the implications of celebrating the Confederacy. https://lnkd.in/eXSaQjCa

#ICJ Israel and the US government is guilty of Genocide. Hold them accountable. 🔴STOP CENSORSHIP 🛑STOP THE GENOCIDE 🔴STOP THE ETHNIC CLEANSING 🛑HOLD THE WAR CRIMINALS ACCOUNTABLE . Today, my media is again full of videos of the latest acts of Genocide. Israel and the US government are confidently committing genocide against the Palestinians. #FREEPALESTINE #FREECONGO #Stopthegenocide #STOPUSA #Israeliwarcrimes #StopUk #StopRishiSunak #MEDIAMISINFORMATION #Mediadistortionoftruth #MEDIACOMPLICITY #STOPAPARTHEID #BIBI #NETANYAHU #Palestinianlivesmatter #HUMANRIGHTS #Humanrightsabuses #INTERNATIONLAW #Neveragainshouldbneveragainforeveryone #VIVAPALESTINE #SOUTHAFRICA #ITALIAISLAMAPHOBIA

Oh, goody. The Pubs are begging for this: America is a continent, as evidenced by historical maps such as the Waldseemüller map, predating the establishment of the United States. The term “America” refers to the entire landmass, encompassing 37 nations. The United States was named in the Declaration of Independence as “the united States of America,” (lower case “u”) emphasizing its location within the continent. Even in the Constitution, the name “the United States” underscores its connection to America. Referring to the United States alone as “America” is inaccurate, as it overlooks the diverse nations and peoples, such as Hawaiians, who are Pacific Islanders. The U.S. Constitution states the correct name of the country in its text: Section 1: Congress All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.

118 years ago - in June 1906 – Congress signed the Antiquities Act into law! Since then, 18 Presidents (9 Republicans and 9 Democrats) have used its power to create National Monuments. National monuments protect our country's historic landmarks or objects of scientific and cultural interest for generations to come. They also boost local economies and help support diverse communities. Check out Pitkin County Commissioner, Greg Poschman, talk about the impact national monuments, especially Camp Hale-Continental Divide, have had on Colorado and learn more about the state-specific impacts of national monuments at https://lnkd.in/gmesntyv