In 1776, advertising mostly informed. A newspaper notice might announce imported tea, tools, or fabrics and then quietly disappear into daily life. Two hundred and fifty years later, advertising no longer waits to be found. It follows us, studies us, predicts us, and competes for our attention itself. This letter explores how America moved from selling products to selling identities.
Read the letter →Abortion did not begin in modern America, and it was never simply a medical issue. Across 250 years, reproductive decisions moved from whispered kitchen remedies and midwives to courtrooms, legislation, telemedicine, and national political battles. This letter follows the shifting threads of autonomy, authority, morality, and the enduring question of who gets to decide.
Read the letter →What began as a single Fourth of July thought became something much larger: 100+ letters, hundreds of pages, and a journey through 250 years of American life. From kitchens to laboratories, from history to humanity, this is more than a look back. It’s a map of curiosity. Dear reader…welcome to the conversation.
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