Section: Acton Institute (USA)
Russia still denies the Holodomor was ‘genocide’
Saturday marked “Holodomor Remembrance Day,” honoring the millions of Ukrainians who died of forced starvation at the hands of the Soviets in the 1930s. Some 80 years later, and a quarter-century after the Soviet Union’s dissolution, the Russian government still denies that this atrocity constitutes a “genocide.” Two days earlier –...
3 reasons to study the Russian Revolution today, according to Dutch lovers of liberty
The Bolshevik Revolution was one of the epochal events of modern history, continuing to affect the world in which we live 28 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Modern governments and systems of economics were created in imitation, or opposition, of its fundamental tenets. Continue Reading… Related posts:The Russian Punk Band and...
New film on Armenian Genocide strikes the right balance
Go see The Promise, a movie opening nationwide tomorrow. Hollywood has mostly ignored the Armenian genocide perpetrated by the Ottoman Turks during World War I, and subsequently pursued by the Turkish Republic. Continue Reading… Related posts:‘Who, after all, speaks today of the annihilation of the Armenians?’ Ukraine’s...
Why it’s high time to bury Lenin
In an article published today at The American Spectator, Acton Senior Editor Rev. Ben Johnson comments on the solemn centenary of the Russian communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin’s ascendancy to power. Continue Reading… Related posts:Russian Evangelicals, Like Most Russians, ‘Thank God for Putin’ Commentary: Rome and Moscow...
Religion & Liberty: The evidence of things not seen
The final issue of Religion & Liberty for 2016 is now available online. It will explore a breadth and depth of topics, including the “ten dollar founding father,” why we need those dollars, the danger of a utopian dream and more. on Religion & Liberty: The evidence of things not seen… The post Religion & Liberty: The evidence of...
In Italy, Stealing Food Out of Hunger Is No Longer a Crime
Five year ago, Roman Ostriakov, a homeless Ukrainian living in Italy, attempted to steal cheese and sausages worth $4.50 (€4.07). Before he could leave the supermarket, though, Ostriakov was caught and convicted of theft. He was ordered to pay a fine of $115 (€100) and spend six months in jail. on In Italy, Stealing Food Out of Hunger Is No...
PowerLinks 04.05.16
Most of Europe Is a Lot Poorer than Most of the United States Daniel J. Mitchell, FEE It’s a sign of American prosperity that we can afford to buy more from other nations than they can afford to buy from us. on PowerLinks 04.05.16… The post PowerLinks 04.05.16 appeared first on Acton Institute PowerBlog. Related posts:PowerLinks – 03.05.13...
The FAQs: State Department Says Actions of Islamic State Constitute Genocide
What did Secretary Kerry say about Islamic State and genocide? In a speech on Thursday, Secretary of State John Kerry said that the U.S. has determined that the actions of Islamic State (aka ISIS) against Christians and other minority groups in Iraq and Syria constitutes an act of genocide. on The FAQs: State Department Says Actions of Islamic...
U.S. House unanimously passes bill declaring Islamic State guilty of genocide
Associated Press Photo In a rare 393 to 0 vote, The U.S. House has officially condemned the Islamic State and its crimes against humanity, by passing H. Con. Res. 75. The hope is that this will give greater attention to and eventually action to help the victims of the Islamic State. Sponsored by Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE), this bill...
O.S.B. – Oh Sacred Business
O.S.B, the abbreviation for the Order of St. Benedict, has taken on nuanced meaning: Oh Sacred Business. This is definitely true of a profitable Benedictine company located in Norcia, the medieval birthplace of St. Benedict in central Italy. In just four years, a talented and enterprising team has found the right mix of tradition, vocation and...
