Hello everyone! Later this week we will celebrate Thanksgiving in the US. This is a strange time for a holiday whose primary purpose (other than giving thanks) is to gather and feel close to your loved ones. Even beyond the pandemic, Thanksgiving this year also falls into a cultural context that is very hostile to traditions, especially traditions that honor the history of the United States. We believe in a healthy skepticism in nearly everything. Heck, we list “challenge cultural norms” in the mission statement right at the top of our homepage. But, we also understand the value that these traditions hold and this week we’ll explore just that. We are thankful for you and your engagement with these ideas. Wishing you all a special and safe holiday. Let’s get into it!
Questioning the Questioning of Tradition
Questioning the Questioning of Tradition
Questioning the Questioning of Tradition
Hello everyone! Later this week we will celebrate Thanksgiving in the US. This is a strange time for a holiday whose primary purpose (other than giving thanks) is to gather and feel close to your loved ones. Even beyond the pandemic, Thanksgiving this year also falls into a cultural context that is very hostile to traditions, especially traditions that honor the history of the United States. We believe in a healthy skepticism in nearly everything. Heck, we list “challenge cultural norms” in the mission statement right at the top of our homepage. But, we also understand the value that these traditions hold and this week we’ll explore just that. We are thankful for you and your engagement with these ideas. Wishing you all a special and safe holiday. Let’s get into it!