Day: August 27, 2025

Tragedy and Triumph: The Political Power of Commemoration

Tragedy and Triumph: The Political Power of Commemoration

In a deeply polarized world where the truth of history is often contested terrain, museums dedicated to specific historical events are no longer just quiet halls of artifacts. They have become battlegrounds for public memory and crucial stages for political discourse. While their mission is to preserve and educate, the choices made in their curation […]

Minneapolis School Shooting: 20 Victims Reported at Annunciation Catholic School, Shooter Confirmed Dead

Minneapolis School Shooting: 20 Victims Reported at Annunciation Catholic School, Shooter Confirmed Dead

A gunman armed with a rifle, shotgun and pistol opened fire through the windows of a Minneapolis Catholic church Wednesday morning, killing two children and injuring 17 people in what the police chief called an “absolutely incomprehensible” act of violence. The shooter later died by suicide. The attack which unfolded during the first week of […]

Show Up Early – Something Good Is Bound to Happen

Show Up Early – Something Good Is Bound to Happen

There’s a quiet kind of power in being early. In a world where most people arrive just in time (or even late)…being the first one there sets you apart. It’s not just about punctuality; it’s about positioning yourself for opportunities that others might miss. Some of the most valuable experiences I’ve had in professional baseball […]

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