Books
June 15, 2021
Set After the Civil War, ‘The Sweetness of Water’ Is Eerily Relevant
Austin author Nathan Harris dazzles in his first novel, which explores racial violence, family, and identity.
Confederacy
News & Politics
October 30, 2020
“It’s Going to Start a Civil War”: A Midland School Discards Its Confederate Name
Shedding Lee High’s offensive legacy may leave less money and public support to address issues of educational equity.
Politics & Policy
August 17, 2020
A Southwestern University Frat Tried to End Confederate Traditions—and Was Suspended
SU Kappa Alpha brothers believe they were disciplined for the content of a social media post; the national organization says they violated protocol.
Texas History
July 3, 2020
Why Texas Still Celebrates Confederate Heroes Day
Recent attempts to abolish the holiday have failed. But things might be different when lawmakers return to Austin in January.
Politics & Policy
May 2, 2018
One Day in Texas, Two Different Responses to Our Confederate Legacy
As Austin honored a former slave, Panola County celebrated the Confederacy and ignored his brother.
Texas History
August 21, 2017
Removing Confederate Monuments Won’t Erase History, But Could Correct It
The revisionist history behind Confederate monuments.
The Daily Post
September 7, 2016
People Are Upset That Houston Spent Money To Change The Names Of Schools Named After Confederates
HISD spent $1.2 million to change the names of schools named for Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and more.
Politics & Policy
March 1, 1992
Mr. Right
Dallas professor Mel Bradford thinks that Abe Lincoln was a scoundrel and that equality is nonsense. I had to find out why.