On this episode of Our American Stories in Constantino Brumidi arrived in New York as a refugee from Rome He was already an accomplished artist but in America he found the work that would consume the rest of his life For the next twenty-five years Brumidi climbed scaffolds painted ceilings and covered the halls of the U S Capitol with scenes drawn from American history and the ideals of his adopted country His greatest work waited feet above the Rotunda floor There inside the Capitol dome Brumidi painted George Washington known to many as America's Indispensable Man rising into the [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories in Constantino Brumidi arrived in New York as a refugee from Rome He was already an accomplished artist but in America he found the work that would consume the rest of his life For the next twenty-five years Brumidi climbed scaffolds painted ceilings and covered the halls of the U S Capitol with scenes drawn from American history and the ideals of his adopted country His greatest work waited feet above the Rotunda floor There inside the Capitol dome Brumidi painted George Washington known to many as America's Indispensable Man rising into the [... more]

The attempted assassination of President Donald Trump has sparked a heated debate about the Secret Service's handling of the situation and potential ties to Iran. Meanwhile, the Biden administration's decision not to run for reelection has raised concerns about President Biden's mental and physical fitness for office. As the 2024 election approaches, tensions are running high, and many are questioning the integrity of the electoral process. [... more]

The doctrine of the incarnation, central to Christianity, is a supernatural event where God becomes human, born of a virgin, to redeem humanity from sin. This concept is distinct from pagan alternatives like apotheosis, where humans are deified. The temple, a symbol of God's presence, is a recurring theme, highlighting the complicated relationship between God and humanity. The resurrection of Jesus Christ eternalizes his humanity, allowing God and man to occupy the same space, and forms the central fact of the world. [... more]