The New York Times sent a climate policy survey to the 18 declared candidates. They all want to stick to the Paris Agreement. Beyond that, they diverge. Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/18/us/politics/climate-change-democrats.html?partner=rss&emc=rss…
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A History of Notre-Dame’s Crown of Thorns Relic
Now that the flames have been extinguished and the damage assessment has begun, many of the stories of the terrible fire that destroyed parts of the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris have mentioned a number of relics that were kept there and their post-fire status. Most notable is the object many believe to be the… Continue reading A History of Notre-Dame’s Crown of Thorns Relic
The Ghosts of Notre-Dame Cathedral
The tragic and extensive fire at the beautiful and historic Notre-Dame de Paris — Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris — sent waves of shock and sadness around the world. No matter your religion or whether you’ve seen it in person or in pictures, its iconic towers, stunning works of art, terrifying gargoyles and historical significance are… Continue reading The Ghosts of Notre-Dame Cathedral
The Constitution’s “natural-born” defect
All American citizens should be able to become president. Previous essays in this series have addressed fundamental flaws in the Constitution: the ill-defined nature of presidential powers, the malapportionment of the Senate, the Electoral College. But I wish to draw my readers’ attention to a less central, but still important defect: the requirement, stated in… Continue reading The Constitution’s “natural-born” defect
Why Notre Dame matters, in one Victor Hugo passage
What Victor Hugo wrote to save Notre Dame when it was on the brink of destruction. Notre Dame is on fire, and its spire has fallen. As of Monday afternoon, we don’t know for sure how the fire began or how extensive the damage is, but the world has responded to the news with an… Continue reading Why Notre Dame matters, in one Victor Hugo passage
The devastating Notre Dame Cathedral fire, in 13 photos
Stunning images of the iconic gothic landmark in Paris, France, engulfed in flames. The iconic Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, is burning in a massive fire that has already destroyed the monument’s spire and is threatening to consume the entire structure. The blaze erupted at the centuries-old cathedral on Monday around 6:30 pm local… Continue reading The devastating Notre Dame Cathedral fire, in 13 photos
Notre Dame Cathedral, one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks, is in flames
The cathedral’s spire has now collapsed. A fire is engulfing the historic Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, and has already destroyed the monument’s spire. The blaze erupted at the centuries-old cathedral on Monday around 6:30 pm local time, and news of the fire spread rapidly on social media as people shared photos showing bright-orange… Continue reading Notre Dame Cathedral, one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks, is in flames