Barbara Russum
LATEST ARTICLES BY Barbara Russum
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Today in history: Kristallnacht, the Nazis’ ‘Night of Broken Glass’
November 9, 2012On 9-10 November 1938, a series of coordinated attacks against Jews took place throughout Germany and parts of Austria, carried out by the SS elite military forces, the Hitler Youth, and neighborhood gangsters.
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Today in history: 200,000 students boycotted Chicago public schools
October 22, 2012On October 22, 1963, a coalition of civil rights groups organized Freedom Day, a mass boycott and demonstration against segregated schools and inadequate resources for black students.
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Paintings by the late Blanche Wille slated for show
September 11, 2012The organizers would like to have an exhibition of Blanche Wille's artwork at a major gallery, and a serious catalog.
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A cook’s thoughts on food and more
July 30, 2012Cooking has always been enjoyable. But I am growing very worried over many aspects of the food we eat.
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Wonderful tale, stunning performances in “Beasts of the Southern Wild”
July 9, 2012"Beast of the Southern Wild" is a uniquely special film, unlike anything I have ever seen, with an outstanding cast.
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Death of Maurice Sendak brings out a flood of commentary
May 8, 2012As soon as the news of Maurice Sendak's death was announced, social media was flooded with comments from generations of readers, parents, and librarians.
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Appeal issued for two held in isolation for 40 years
April 5, 2012April 17 will mark 40 years that Albert Woodfox and Herman Wallace have been held in isolation at The Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, La. April 17 will mark 40 years that Albert Woodfox and Herman...
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Pope visits Cuba
March 28, 2012Pope Benedict XVI recently made an "Apostolic Journey" to Mexico and the Republic of Cuba
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