READING | Sisters in Arms: A Novel of the Daring Black Women Who Served During World War II by Kaia Alderson: To honor Veterans Day, we're recommending this historical fiction novel about the only all-Black, all-female battalion deployed overseas during World War II. The 855 women of this battalion helped deliver more than 17 million pieces of mail during the war, and their motto was "no mail, low morale." Earlier this year, the Senate passed a bill that would give the women of the 6888th a Congressional Gold Medal, but it has not yet advanced through the House. Learn more.
WATCHING | Impeachment: American Crime Story, an FX series about the impeachment trial of Bill Clinton: Four years after the #MeToo movement forced the country to reexamine how it treated a 22-year-old intern named Monica Lewinsky, this 10-episode series is diving into the moments surrounding the impeachment trial of Bill Clinton -- focusing on the experiences and perspectives of women like Monica Lewinsky, Linda Tripp, and Paula Jones. FX says its series "shows how power lifts some and disposes of others in the halls of our most sacred institutions." Learn more.
LISTENING TO | Red (Taylor's Version), by Taylor Swift: After trying and failing to purchase the masters to her back catalog, Taylor Swift decided to re-record her first six albums and recently released the re-recording of her 2012 album Red, with several never-before-released songs. With this decision, she broke multiple streaming records, took back ownership of her art, and refused to let men profit from her labor. Not to mention her decision is one that is sure to have rippling effects on the industry and other artists. Learn more.
EXCITED FOR | WPLN 2021 End of the Year report: We are excited for our upcoming 2021 End of the Year Report that showcases the work we've done this year, highlights successes by our partners, and gives a sneak peek of our plans for 2022. To receive one, join one of our Giving Clubs today! Membership will carry over to 2022. Learn more.
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