Tag Archives: America

Nation of Echoes — Lauren — 1/11/2021

Posted on January 11, 2021 by eportugal4

It wasn’t until I studied history in college that I began to see the cracks in America’s façade—thanks to my privilege. American schools don’t teach much actual history. They teach a white-washed, nationalistic version of the highlights. Continue reading →

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Because He Has Big Balls? – Elaina – 1/29/16

Posted on January 29, 2016 by eportugal4

Because He Has Big Balls? – Elaina Portugal January 29th, 2016 Dear Reader- I typically stay out of the political arena when it comes to OYOL, but this Presidential campaign has me scratching my head wondering about where we are … Continue reading →

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National Pride — Colleen – 7/3/2015

Posted on July 3, 2015 by eportugal4

National Pride 3 July 2015 I love my country. I love it truly, passionately, and deeply, down to the center of my red-white-and-blue bones. I’m unabashedly proud of my rich heritage. My ancestors first set foot on American soil in … Continue reading →

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America, We Have a Problem – Elaina- 6/23/15

Posted on June 23, 2015 by eportugal4

America, We Have a Problem June 23, 2015 Dear Fellow Citizens- Could we just stop for a second and take a breath? We’re throwing around words and phrases like “gun control” and “racism” as if THAT is the cause of … Continue reading →

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Sigurd 12/2/2014 – Coming Darkness

Posted on December 2, 2014 by eportugal4

Coming Darkness Tuesday 2 December 2014 We have spent the whole week at the edge of tears, Sig. A week of gritted teeth, immersed in the festering wound that is Ferguson. It has provoked us to dig deep into our … Continue reading →

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