Stories - Life Stories
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Our stories are about how people make sense of their own lives, how they can shed light on our lives, and how we are connected to one another, to history, and to the larger human story.
Jim Foley's decision to report from Syria and GlobalPost's role
Response to the Watts Riots and shifts within the Civil Rights Movement
Lincoln's evolving stance on slavery, equality, and the Civil War
Reflections on Jonas Mekas's calm and timeless presence
Recognition that sisters faced limited opportunities due to gender discrimination
Life Magazine's belief in space exploration and civil rights milestones
Lincoln's personal relationships with African Americans and their Civil War service
Developing EJI's narrative and memorial work alongside ongoing legal cases
Obama's unique political identity bridging Black tradition and broader American appeal
Origin of the "Yes, we can" slogan during Obama's first Senate campaign ad
Informal conversations with Ben Bradlee about journalism and shared experiences
“When you leave home, hug your family and say, 'I love you,' and don't argue. Then you'll have no regrets.”
Tomiko Morimoto West
Leaving school to become a full-time activist in Boston
Mother's adventurous spirit and its influence on McCain's character
Cutting Obama's hair before his 2004 Democratic National Convention speech
Reflections on the flight home and the devastation seen en route
Frederick Douglass's meetings with Lincoln and debates over equal pay for Black soldiers
Father's wartime experiences and emotional storytelling in her classroom
Racial opposition to Obama's presidency and the Affordable Care Act
The role of trust in community building and institutional skepticism
Black resistance and political maneuvering during King's Chicago campaign
