Author Mary Cronk Farrell I write about women whose courage has shaped our history. My work shines a light in shadowy forgotten corners, amplifies marginalized voices and empowers us all to work constructively for what we believe in.
Published: Fri, 07/25/25
Updated: Thu, 07/31/25
July 25, 2025Hello, Is ICE arresting people in your town? Before I get to today's story, let me tell you what's happening here. Last week in Spokane,…
Published: Fri, 07/18/25
July 18, 2025Hello, Her face was on a poster. A black X would be drawn across it once the KKK had taken her out. An international incident and a touch…
Published: Fri, 07/11/25
July 11, 2025Hello, Joan Trumpauer Mulholland's white skin enraged people. She was a Southern woman who cast her lot with the Blacks in the fight for…
Published: Fri, 07/04/25
July 4, 2025Hello, Wishing you a happy Fourth of July! We know what this holiday stands for. We understand the Declaration of Independence and that…
Published: Fri, 06/27/25
June 27, 2025Hello, I was reeling after the news of our bombing attack on Iran, but already the president has moved on, governing by ALL CAPS social…
Published: Fri, 06/20/25
June 2025Hello, It's a real fear for Latino parents in America today, having a child snatched up on the street and not being able to find her. To know…
Published: Fri, 06/13/25
2025Hello, There are no riots in Los Angeles. My daughter lives there and I asked her to send me a photo so I could disprove FOX News and all the…
Published: Fri, 06/06/25
June 6, 2025Hello, It's been an e hausting week and I'm taking a few days off to rest. I'll be back ne t week!Here is the latest Here is the latest…
Published: Fri, 05/30/25
May 30, 2025Hello, I lost a week somewhere in May. Or maybe it was just that Memorial Day came early this year. Anyway my feature story on what was…
Published: Fri, 05/23/25
May 23,2025Hello, Second paragraph of today's newsletter should read "pantry" politics.Not "panty" politics.Thanks for your understanding. Follow me…