On May 1st, 1865, a large group of newly freed slaves in Charleston, SC, honored the memories and sacrifice of over 200 Union soldiers who died in a Confederate prison camp. This compelling story in our history may not have any direct links to our modern Memorial Day, but the sentiment of honoring those who have fought for and defended justice remains the same.
Blessed be the fruit: The art of productive resistance
While many see The Handmaid’s Tale as an instruction manual on how to institute a repressive regime, it also provides a road map for resisting such forms of government. We’ll explore the art of fruitful resistance.