EDITORIAL
'We hold these truths ...'A nation's symbols help to inspire patriotism. The addition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. has created a trilogy of great patriots. The King Memorial is located along an axis between the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials. Each of these great Americans has helped to define the nation's creed. More » |
OPINION
MLK's famed dream also included economic justiceDelivered on Aug. 28, 1963 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Dr. Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech stirred a movement - and still resonates today. Here is an excerpt: I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. More » |
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Beyond race: Boston Latin move about the numbersIt's not a race issue. I am white, my child is white and we want to stay right on Townsend Street. It seems the only ones to benefit from a move to Hyde Park will be Hyde Park families and kids attending Boston Arts Academy (BAA). More » |
