This video explains the origins and history of Labor Day in the United States. From its beginnings in 1882 to the Pullman Strike of 1894, discover how workers’ struggles and strikes led to the creation of this national holiday. Learn why the U.S. celebrates in September instead of May, how traditions have changed over time, and how Americans today view...
Heritage, Hardship, and Hope: Anna’s Deaf Journey – Anna Pishek
Anna shares her powerful life story, beginning with her childhood in Detroit and her family’s roots on the Greek island of Samos. She recalls her father’s difficult journey to the United States, her mother’s immigration with her priest father, and the challenges she faced growing up deaf in a hearing family. Anna describes how a deaf friend introduced her to...
Supreme Court Decisions Regarding Same Sex Marriage: DOMA and Prop 8 Explained
This video explains two landmark Supreme Court rulings from June 26 that shaped the future of marriage equality in the United States. The Court struck down part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), ensuring that legally married same-sex couples can access federal benefits such as tax breaks and pensions. It also resolved the Proposition 8 case in California, which...
Origin of Memorial Day
Discover the fascinating history behind Memorial Day — from its origins as Decoration Day in 1865 to its official recognition as a national holiday. Learn about the role of freed slaves in Charleston, South Carolina, the traditions that began in Waterloo, New York, and how the date evolved into the last Monday in May. We’ll explore its connection to Canada’s...
