The American Flag Became a Political Weapon

The Mythology of the Lost Cause

The Mythology of the Lost Cause A short commentary on how defeated causes can be repackaged as heritage. Video: The Headless Horseman (1934) — Public Domain

“Democrats Started the Klan” Is a Bad-Faith History Lesson

“Democrats Started the Klan” Is a Bad-Faith History Lesson Video: The Kids in the Shoe (1935) - Public Domain

The Stock Market Is Not the Economy

The Stock Market Is Not the Economy A short commentary on why market performance does not equal everyday economic reality. Video: All’s Fair at the Fair (1938) — Public Domain

The System Isn’t Broken—It’s Working for the Wrong People

The System Isn’t Broken—It’s Working for the Wrong People Video: Bimbo’s Initiation (1931) - Public Domain

Why “Personal Responsibility” Is Used Selectively

Why “Personal Responsibility” Is Used Selectively Video: The Bremen Town Musicians (1935) - Public Domain