Monthly Archives: September 2025

The Siege of the Pueblo Taos

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Allen Mesch

The Taos Pueblo, an 1893 illustration(Wikipedia) The siege of Pueblo de Taos was the final battle during the main phase of the Taos Revolt, an insurrection against the United States during the Mexican–American War. It was also the final major … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts Are My Own

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Allen Mesch

My thoughts are my own. My thoughts are not dictated to me by a central authority. My knowledge is my own. I will not let a central authority pervert history and science. I recognize the sins of past and current … Continue reading →

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Call Me an Artist? Maybe an Art Student

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Allen Mesch

I thought I might underwhelm your senses with some of my recent projects. In early 2023, I started drawing using pencils and watercolors. In 2025, I took an oil painting class. As an art student, I thought it would be … Continue reading →

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Troubles in the Plano Independent School District

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Allen Mesch

Anti-Semitism in Plano Independent School District Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Plano Independent School District (“PISD”) for permitting and facilitating antisemitic behavior. Reports have indicated that students in PISD have been subjected to biased materials that … Continue reading →

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