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Government “by the people”(I) (Gary Krenz)

Posted on September 24, 2026 by gdkrenz

I’d like to continue our meditation on Lincoln’s “formula for democracy” in the Gettysburg Address, “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” The prior posts in this series are here and here. We’re looking at the formula … Continue reading →

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Devotion to Dignity

Posted on July 26, 2026 by gdkrenz

The MAGA Movement is intent on silencing authentic, responsible historiography of America’s past. This has been going on at least since DeSantis was elected governor of Florida (indeed, its roots go much farther back in the conservative movement). The latest … Continue reading →

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Revolution and Counterrevolution

Posted on July 1, 2026 by gdkrenz

We are, of course, about to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the Revolution of 1776. I say “commemorate” rather than “celebrate” because it is not clear what sort of celebration could be called for at … Continue reading →

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