America's national anthem “The Star Spangled Banner” was written by a white lawyer who owned slaves but fought for Black freedom in court. That contradiction captures the controversy embedded in the song. It is a song that can inspire patriotic fervor and ignite passionate protest. It is also notoriously hard to sing. We talk to Mark Clague about the anthem ... Show More
Nov 6
What’s a Fictional Love Story You’ll Never Forget?
Novels, poetry, plays and short stories about love have existed for as long as we’ve had novels, poetry, plays and short stories. In its latest project, The Atlantic’s books team set out to capture the English language’s 50 most unforgettable love stories. They spoke with scholar ... Show More
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Nov 6
With a Democratic Congress, Will Trump Change His Foreign Policy?
Now a lame duck facing a Democratic congress, President Trump has some critical decisions to make on foreign policy. In his second term, Trump has joined forces with Israel to start a war in Iran, invaded Venezuela and captured its leader, dropped sanctions against Russia as Ukra ... Show More
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Feb 2024
The Star Spangled Banger!
Who is the biggest Diva of them all? The U.S. National Anthem, which borrows its melody from a historic British drinking song, has undergone enormous musical change in the hands of pop music vocalists. Famously, José Feliciano, Marvin Gaye and Whitney Houston each changed the mea ... Show More
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