History: In 1970, Earth Day began with 20 million Americans demonstrating against the impacts of 150 years of industrial development with no restrictions. This left behind air and water pollution resulting in a deteriorating environment and serious health problems in both humans and wildlife. The demonstrations led to the establishment of the United States … [Read more...]
An Extraordinary Woman in Any Era
In celebration of Women’s History month, I would like to honor a woman who made a huge impact on science and the medical field with her discoveries and contributions and was very much ahead of time. This person is Marie Curie. Up until the early 1800s, women were unable to own property, have legal rights to their children, go to a university, earn equal wages or enter many … [Read more...]
What Does Labor Day Even Mean?… Aside From a Three-Day Weekend
History: The Central Labor Union planned and “organized” a parade to take place on September 5, 1882, in Lower Manhattan near City Hall to show the spirit and strength of the unions. However, the first Labor Day parade was a bit of a fiasco and a near disaster. City Hall was surrounded by rows of policemen and club-wielding officers on horseback because it was expected that … [Read more...]