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This blog is an evolving commentary on American history and culture. Visit the “About” page to learn more about the author.

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  • Unpacking ‘Place’ and ‘Place Name’ in the Debate to Rename Faneuil Hall September 29, 2022
  • The Confirmation Process for NPS Director is a Consequence of Political Partisanship September 27, 2021
  • Confronting Use of Native American Mascots in Mass. Means Questioning White Folklore July 29, 2020
  • Moving on from the Masconomet name July 27, 2020
  • Trump’s National Statue Park Is Not The Antidote Called For In This Moment July 8, 2020

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Strange Massachusetts Place Names, Part 1: Satans Kingdom
American History, History, Travel

Strange Massachusetts Place Names, Part 1: Satans Kingdom

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Abe Lincoln Named a Town for Himself and Christened it with Watermelons
American History, History

Abe Lincoln Named a Town for Himself and Christened it with Watermelons

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When Confederate VP Alexander Stephens Was Imprisoned in Boston
American History, History, Human Interest, Politics

When Confederate VP Alexander Stephens Was Imprisoned in Boston

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In Good Conscience, I Can No Longer Support Marty Walsh as Mayor of Boston
News, Op/Ed, Politics

In Good Conscience, I Can No Longer Support Marty Walsh as Mayor of Boston

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