Monthly Archives: October 2026

School Book Bans

Posted on October 25, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Book Burnings The Nazi book burnings were a campaign conducted by the German Student Union to ceremonially burn books in Nazi Germany and Austria in the 1930s. The books targeted for burning were those viewed as being subversive or as … Continue reading →

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What’s So Bad About Socialism?

Posted on October 20, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Conservative politicians have been assailing socialism during the 2026 election. They paint liberals with a “socialist” label as if socialism were evil. Let’s start with a definition based on Wikipedia and edited by your author. Socialism is an economic ideology … Continue reading →

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The Halifax Citadel

Posted on October 15, 2026 by Allen Mesch

The Halifax Citadel began life in 1748. It has undergone four different designs over the past 278 years. I had the pleasure of visiting the fortress in September 2026. I have attached photographs that I took during my visit. The … Continue reading →

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Supporting Local Artists

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Allen Mesch

At a discussion hosted by The Dallas Morning News and the Ten 20 Gallery in Plano, Texas, supporters and advocates discussed how to create “a thriving arts scene” in the North Texas suburb. I am an author and artist. I … Continue reading →

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