History Archives * American Worker Flyer

14 Feb

How America Fell In Love With Valentine’s Day Martyrdom

StaffCultureAmerica, Fertility, History, love, Lupercalia, Romantic, rome, Sacrifice, Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day, once a solemn observance, has evolved into a celebration of romance and love in the United States. The holiday's transformation from a religious feast day to a romantic occasion is a fascinating journey through history. Historians trace the origins of Valentine's Day back to ancient Rome, where mid-February marked the celebration of Lupercalia, a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture, and Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome. During this festival, men would sacrifice goats and dogs and then whip women with the hides of the animals they had just slain, believing this…

12 Feb

High Crimes and Marijuana Legalization

StaffCulturebanking, cannabis, crime, dispensary, History, laws, legalization, medical, recreation

For nearly a century, the criminalization of marijuana in the United States has been a topic of contentious debate, shaped by various cultural, political, and economic factors. From its initial demonization to its gradual acceptance in recent years, the journey of marijuana through the corridors of legality reflects the ever-evolving attitudes and policies of American society. In the early 20th century, marijuana was not widely known or used in the United States. However, with the influx of Mexican immigrants during the Mexican Revolution of 1910, cannabis use became more prevalent, particularly in the southwestern states. This cultural shift sparked fear…

17 Nov

Why it’s Time to Expand the Supreme Court

Staff WriterCultureBench, Civil War, Court, Expand, History, Justices, Precedence, SCOTUS, Supreme Court

In a historic departure from tradition, a groundswell of voices is advocating for a significant overhaul of the United States Supreme Court—a move that involves expanding the highest judicial body from its current nine justices to thirteen. The proposition has ignited a vigorous national debate, with proponents asserting not only the constitutional validity of such an expansion but also grounding their arguments in a historical context that aligns with the evolving needs of a dynamic society. The landscape of the United States Supreme Court has remained steadfast with nine justices since 1869. However, the call for expansion contends that this…

12 Mar

New York Fashion Week History

Staff WriterCultureFashion, Fashion Week, History, New York, New York City, NYFW

The History of New York Fashion Week, also known as NYFW, is one of the world's most prestigious and influential fashion events has humble beginnings. The event is held twice a year, in February and September, and is attended by designers, buyers, journalists, celebrities, and fashion lovers from around the world. Here is a brief history of Fashion Week in New York City: New York Fashion Week was first established in 1943 by a group of fashion industry insiders, led by Eleanor Lambert. The event was originally called "Press Week," and its main purpose was to showcase American designers and…