El Departamento de Estado finalmente ha publicado un archivo confidencial sobre un proyecto de promoción de la democracia de 3,3 millones de dólares dirigido a Cuba. Recibí los documentos, con numerosas partes censuradas y sellos de “No clasificado”, hoy mismo, tras una espera exasperante de 14 años, 8 meses y 15 días. Presenté una solicitud … Read more
The State Department has finally released a sensitive file about a $3.3 million democracy promotion project targeting Cuba. I received the heavily redacted documents, with fresh UNCLASSIFIED stamps, earlier today after a staggering 14-year, 8-month, and 15-day wait. I filed a Freedom of Information Act request about Freedom House operations in Cuba on October 8, … Read more
Here’s the trailer for my documentary, “God Bless America, Baby.” The film is a thought-provoking portrait of a Florida group that joined the shocking assault on the U.S. Capitol Building on Jan. 6, 2021. Online detectives called them the Machine Gun Kitty Crew. Three members of the Far Right group went on the run from the … Read more
In May, Flagler College Prof. Jessica Veenstra and I traveled to Jordan with students as part of the Flagler Sophomore High Impact Practice, or FlagSHIP, described as “a transformative educational experience” built around the topics of citizenship, diversity and democracy. Participating students include Matthew Dutton, Faryn Heffner, Spencer Hooker, Olivia Husik, Alex Janszen, Abby Kreinheder, … Read more
Three Florida educators who lead study-abroad trips say Bulgaria is an ideal spot for students looking for some adventure and a rich learning experience. “The people are very welcoming and kind and friendly,” said Lori Lee, a historical archaeologist at Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. “The landscape is absolutely beautiful. The layers of history … Read more