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Every year I like to roll out this little bit on American Thanksgiving history. It’s a good reminder that politics in America have always been a messy affair because, well – democracy. It’s not a great system, but it’s better than anything else out there. From Churchill by Himself, 574: Many …more
This is my first Thanksgiving as an American, and to celebrate I’d like to roll out a little American Thanksgiving history! Thanksgiving is actually a relatively modern holiday – and only an “official” holiday since 1941. In fact, although U.S. Presidents had declared a general day of thanksgiving to be …more
Thanksgiving is actually a relatively modern holiday – and only an “official” holiday since 1941. In fact, although U.S. Presidents had declared a general day of thanksgiving to be observed on the last Thursday in November beginning with a custom started by Lincoln in 1863, Thanksgiving didn’t become an official …more
Ah yes, the day after Labor Day — one of my favorite times of the year. It’s the start of the work (and school) new year, and it’s a great time to re-visit affirmations; re-think goals; and to re-commit oneself to the theme of the year. For me, with Microsoft’s …more
