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73. “I made an offer”
I made an offer after Elon Musk, in the aftermath of a particularly frustrating meeting with the Twitter board, began to critically evaluate the company’s future and his role in it. At a brunch meeting with his brother Kimbal, Musk opened up about his dissatisfaction with the current leadership at Twitter, expressing frustration over their direction and management. This conversation sparked a broader discussion about the possibility of creating an entirely new social media platform based on blockchain…-
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The Vile Wretch in Petticoats
The Vile Wretch in Petticoats became a significant source of controversy in the South after Uncle Tom’s Cabin was serialized in the National Era, an abolitionist newspaper, beginning on June 5, 1851. The novel, written by Harriet Beecher Stowe, provided a stark and emotional portrayal of the brutality of slavery, which resonated deeply with Northern audiences. Its vivid depictions of violence and human suffering, particularly through characters like Haley, the unscrupulous slave trader, and Simon Legree,…-
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Lethal Secrets
Lethal Secrets unfolded as Lieutenant Talbot returned from Washington, bringing with him both news and a letter from Secretary of War Joseph Holt, who had just been confirmed in his new position. At the time, tensions surrounding Fort Sumter were at an all-time high, particularly with local civilians expressing growing animosity toward Captain Doubleday, who was known for his abolitionist views. It was reported that Doubleday had become a target of these sentiments, with rumors circulating that there were…-
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Of Spiders and Entrails
Of Spiders and Entrails, Mary Chesnut found herself deeply immersed in the social life of Montgomery during early March 1861. She hosted numerous delegates and their families at her boarding house, turning her drawing room into a gathering space for an array of prominent figures. On March 11, the room was filled with “judges, governors, senators, generals, congressmen” engaged in animated conversations, where the exchange of stories and gossip was a constant. Among the many anecdotes, one shared by her…-
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The Worst Fear
The Worst Fear intensified on April 13 as Fort Sumter faced relentless Confederate bombardment, with each volley becoming more precise and devastating. Captain Foster, the chief engineer, observed the worsening situation and recorded it in his engineering journal, describing how Confederate artillery had begun using "hot shot," incendiary cannonballs designed to ignite structures inside the fort. The Union soldiers inside the fort initially believed they could maintain their defenses, but as the…-
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Chapter 12 centers on the remarkable life of Inez Milholland, a pioneering figure in the women’s suffrage movement during the early 20th century. Inez’s personal and professional lives were deeply intertwined as she sought to balance her personal aspirations, such as her desire for a family, with her commitment to securing women’s right to vote. She secretly married Eugen Boissevain, and despite the joy of their union, her yearning for a child became a constant contrast to her tireless activism. As…
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Chapter 9: Freedom Summer
Chapter 9: Freedom Summer is a poignant reflection on the civil rights movement’s intensifying struggles and the volunteer efforts during the summer of 1964. In June, the Western College for Women in Oxford, Ohio, served as a gathering place for those eager to contribute to the cause. This initial assembly was marked by a diverse group of volunteers, mostly white and male, who came from across the nation. The training they underwent was intense, aiming to prepare them for the hostile environments they…-
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[For as long…]
For as long as Cyrus could remember, sleep had always been an elusive and puzzling necessity. It was not something that his body naturally craved like other basic functions; rather, it felt more like a performance, something that he had to engage in despite not fully understanding or accepting it. Unlike eating, drinking, or breathing—actions that occurred seamlessly without thought—sleep seemed to demand an artificial submission, an act of pretending that he could fall into rest when his body and mind…-
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Monday
Monday begins with Cyrus Shams reflecting on a lonely and tumultuous night spent in a hotel room, where he is overwhelmed by a profound sense of shame and disconnection. As he awakens, drenched in sweat and the uncomfortable reality of wetting the bed, he is transported back to his darker days, particularly his struggles with alcohol. The incident brings a tidal wave of self-loathing and shame, igniting a series of questions about his worth and the responsibility he now carries in his sobriety. He longs…-
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