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Labor’s John L. Lewis Moment

2 years 9 months ago
Will today’s unions invest big-time in the young workers now beginning to rebuild American labor? Or will they remain AWOL and ensure the movement’s continued decline?
Steven Greenhouse

Behind the Scenes: Housing the Lindbergh Collection

2 years 9 months ago
The Lindbergh 100 project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services MA-30-19-0454-19. Work on the Lindbergh 100 Project continues. We’ve reached the final stage of collections management work on the project, which entails rehousing the entire collection. Our collections specialists will work methodically throughout the summer to make sure that …
Brittany Krewson

Alton's 25th Annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show Is Sunday, June 12

2 years 9 months ago
ALTON - Alton’s 25th annual All-Wheels Drive-In Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 12th from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The event typically attracts over 200 classic cars, hot rods and motorcycles, which the public is welcome to browse on 3rd, 4th, State and Belle Streets. There is no charge for admission. Alton Main Street organizes this tradition with support from Time Machines Unlimited Car Club. Come out for the autos and stay for the live music, 50-50 drawing, vendor displays and festival food court. This year’s entertainment is Tele-Starr! From 2:00-3:00 p.m. the band will perform golden oldies jukebox music which blends classic Americana with ringing harmonies, a country western flair and a splash of surf rock. The band also operates a mobile retail shop called The Teardrop, which will be at the event. Make sure to check out this awesome 1961 aluminum camper that contains a unique “thrift-dive” pop-up shopping experience for old souls and vintage lovers

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If you’re putting on a show, don’t brag about putting on a show

2 years 9 months ago
Here's an excerpt from a Vox piece about the upcoming congressional hearings on the January 6 insurrection. It's typical of dozens of others I've read: The committee is going to great lengths to make the primetime presentation compelling , including bringing in former ABC News president James Goldston as a consultant. They will gather Thursday ...continue reading "If you’re putting on a show, don’t brag about putting on a show"
Kevin Drum