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Jesse Jackson: The Living Bridge Between Martin Luther King Jr. and Barack Obama
History rarely moves in sudden leaps. It moves through people—people who stand in the storm, absorb its fury, and quietly build bridges for others to cross. Jesse Jackson was one of those rare figures. He was not merely a witness to history; he was one of its architects.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun12 days ago in Journal
Pam Bondi Under Fire: Key Takeaways from the Fiery Epstein Files Hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi found herself in the hot seat this week, facing intense scrutiny from the House Judiciary Committee during a contentious hearing on the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. The session, held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, quickly devolved into a fiery exchange, with Bondi clashing repeatedly with Democratic representatives over the transparency and thoroughness of the department's actions. This blog post delves into the key takeaways from the hearing, the accusations leveled against Bondi, and the ongoing demand for accountability in the wake of the Epstein scandal.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun13 days ago in Journal
Robert Duvall Movies and TV Shows: A Legendary Career
Robert Duvall is more than just an actor; he is a pillar of American cinema. With a career spanning over eight decades, his filmography serves as a masterclass in versatility and grit. From his haunting debut as Boo Radley to his commanding presence as a Texas Ranger, Duvall has remained a household name for generations.
By Bella Anderson14 days ago in Journal
Serhii Gromov, Ukraine’s Peace Museum in Kyiv: UN Peacekeeping History, and the Žepa Legacy Amid War
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen and Milana Olefirenko Bennett (Translator English-Ukrainian) Ukraine’s Peace Museum in Kyiv, founded by former UN peacekeeper Serhii Gromov, documents the country’s contributions to international peacekeeping missions since the early 1990s. Through personal archives, mission artifacts, flags, and correspondence, the museum highlights deployments in the former Yugoslavia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Angola, and beyond. A central narrative focuses on the 1995 Žepa operation, which Ukrainian accounts credit with saving thousands of civilians. Operating during Russia’s ongoing invasion, the museum presents a paradox: a peace institution functioning in wartime. Its mission is both archival and aspirational, asserting Ukraine’s identity as a peace-contributing nation while enduring active conflict.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen14 days ago in Journal
Dawson’s Beek
It’s the late 90’s, 1998 to be exact. The writer of Scream has just created a young adult television drama series that will define a generation. That show was called Dawson’s Creek and it starred one of the most defining performers of our time, James Van Der Beek.
By Joe Patterson14 days ago in Journal
If God Is Not Physically Here, How Are We Supposed to Have a Relationship With Him?
If God is not physically standing in front of us… if we cannot see Him, hear Him audibly, or sit across from Him at a table… then how are we supposed to have a real relationship with Him?
By Sound and Spirit15 days ago in Journal
Are You Going to Hell for Being Gay?
If someone came up to me and asked, “Does being gay mean I’m going to hell?” I would not answer quickly. That question usually comes from fear. It comes from someone who is not trying to argue, but who is honestly worried about their soul.
By Sound and Spirit16 days ago in Journal
Uliana Poltavets on Ukraine: Drones, Blackouts, and Attacks on Health Care
Uliana Poltavets, MS, is the International Advocacy and Ukraine Program Coordinator at Physicians for Human Rights. She focuses on documenting attacks on health care in Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion and supporting accountability work. Before joining PHR, she spent roughly a decade strengthening Ukraine’s civil society. Poltavets’ advocacy highlights how drone strikes on hospitals, ambulance targeting, and attacks on energy infrastructure disrupt clinical services, strain health workers, and endanger vulnerable groups, including pregnant women, people with disabilities, and older adults. Her work links open-source verification, partner reporting, and hospital testimony into usable evidence for investigators, courts, and public decision-makers worldwide.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen16 days ago in Journal
Four Reasons Why I Dislike Listening to Podcasts
They say that knowledge is power and that's the truth, in most cases. Podcasts are accessible everywhere: from YouTube to apps such as iHeart and Spotify, either in video or audio form. Almost 55% of Americans listen to podcasts, while 619 million individuals listen to them worldwide. They can be influential and insightful to people. However, that's not the case for me. Netflix is now airing podcasts on their platform. I'll highlight four reasons why I don't like podcasts. If they're your personal cup of tea, I won't judge you.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 17 days ago in Journal
Jordan Stolz Sets Olympic Record, Wins Gold in 1,000m at Milan Cortina Games
Milan, Italy (AP) — Jordan Stolz has imagined this moment since he was five years old. Back then, he was just a kid in Wisconsin, skating on a frozen backyard pond after watching the 2010 Winter Olympics and falling in love with speedskating. He dreamed of standing atop an Olympic podium one day.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun19 days ago in Journal
Dr. Scott Silverman on Tzedakah as Justice: Dignity, Anonymity, and Accountability in Jewish Giving
Scott Silverman, EdD, is Dean of Noncredit & External Programs at Santa Monica College in Culver City, California. He leads adult and noncredit education, workforce training, community outreach, and student development initiatives that expand access beyond traditional degree pathways. Silverman is known for program building, data-informed forecasting, and practical student-engagement strategies, and he frequently speaks on higher education management and the evolving workplace. He also teaches, mentors staff, and partners with local organizations to support older adults and re-entry learners. His work blends service, accountability, and a campus-centred belief in human potential while keeping equity and dignity at the center.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen19 days ago in Journal
