We feel the weight of how our country honors sacrifice, how it acknowledges those who pay the ultimate price — not just for their nation, but for the cause of freedom itself.

Over a long career, Skinner has sought to reclaim the idea of republican liberty for the modern age. But his work also raises the question: free for what?

This Juneteenth, I urge all Californians to reflect on the ongoing cause of freedom for Black Americans – remembering that, though General Granger’s announcement in 1865 called for ‘absolute ...

Each year, the 4th of July allows all Americans opportunity to commemorate the birth of our nation. I hope yours was a day ...