Author: JKL

• May 8, 2024

  The Greatest Generation Is Slipping Away

  Today marks the 104th anniversary of my father’s birth. Although he left us 15 years ago, the void he left behind is still deeply felt. However, the purpose of this post is not to dwell on my personal emotions. Instead, I want to reflect upon the collective loss of what Tom Brokaw eloquently dubbed, “The…
• May 3, 2024

  Taking a Knee vs. Spreading Lies

  The NFL is no stranger to controversy, but few stories have ignited such a fierce debate as the uproar that surrounded Colin Kaepernick’s decision to take a knee during the national anthem. While some agreed with him and others defended his right to protest as he saw fit, even when they did not agree with…
• May 1, 2024

  May Day

  The Political Holiday The political origins of May Day, or International Workers’ Day, is intertwined with labor movements and activism. It originated in late 19th century Chicago, Illinois, during a period of unrest. The Haymarket Affair of 1886, which started as peaceful protests demanding an eight-hour workday, tragically escalated into violence. This event became a…
• May 1, 2024

  The Both Sides Game

  An Open Letter to the New York Times I sent this letter about the “both sides” game to the New York Times, but I doubt The Times will publish it. I do think it’s important to cover the subject on History Think, for it holds significant insights about the past and our evaluation of it.…
• March 9, 2024

  Revisiting Iran’s Last Shah

  In “The Last Shah: America, Iran, and the Fall of the Pahlavi Dynasty,” Ray Takeyh offers a meticulously researched and compelling narrative that challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s reign and the tumultuous history of Iran during the mid-20th century. This book stands out for its nuanced portrayal of a leader often depicted…
• March 5, 2024

  Round Up the Usual Suspects

  Exploring the intriguing concept of global conspiracy theories throughout history. Uncover the truth behind the usual suspects.