Category Archives: War

Songs of Will T. Massey — “Peace Train”

Posted on May 29, 2023 by bullersbackporch

Will’s 2008 CD, Wayward Lady U.S.A., offered songs he’d written in protest against the war in Iraq. As a pacifist, he felt compelled to share these songs even at the risk of angering or losing some fans. At the same … Continue reading →

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Late ’60’s Flashback — Chicago Conspiracy Trial

Posted on November 20, 2020 by bullersbackporch

I got excited when I heard Netflix had produced an original movie, “The Trial of the Chicago 7.” Unlike most of my recent reading in history books of various sorts, this was a bit of history that resonated with me … Continue reading →

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Kent State Massacre — 50 Years Later

Posted on May 4, 2020 by bullersbackporch

13 seconds. 67 shots. 4 dead. 9 wounded. “They were shot as they rallied for what they believed in, exercising their rights as Americans. The shots shocked the world.” Those stark figures that cannot convey the shock 50 years ago … Continue reading →

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