Alexander Reed Kelly / TruthdigMay 25, 2015
This Memorial Day, "Democracy Now!" broadcasts a pro-peace speech by former Rep. Ron Dellums. "Peace is the superior idea," he says, "because to come together under the banner of peace forces us to challenge all forms of injustice.” Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
E.J. Dionne Jr. / TruthdigMay 27, 2014
Memorial Day is a peculiarly appropriate holiday for our times. Its origins lie in the Civil War, which resulted from the failure of a deeply polarized political system to settle the question of slavery. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Juan Cole / TruthdigMay 26, 2014
Memorial Day should honor not only those military personnel who gave their lives for America but really all those who have suffered and died in war. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Nate Beeler, Cagle Cartoons, The Columbus DispatchMay 26, 2013Dig deeper
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