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A portrait showing Shelley Frisch

Oral History with Shelley Frisch

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Shelley Frisch, a long-time Princeton resident, discussed her journey to Princeton, starting in 1973 for graduate work and returning in 1991. She expressed discomfort with the current political climate, particularly the co-optation of the 2/50 celebration by the president. Frisch advocated for a return to founding principles like separation of church and state, equality, and […]

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A portrait showing Mark Freda

Oral History with Mark Freda

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Mark Freda, a lifelong Princeton resident, reflects on the 1976 U.S. Bicentennial, noting a greater appreciation and unity compared to the upcoming 250th anniversary. He expresses concern about the current political divide, emphasizing the need for a return to a country-first mentality. Freda discusses the founding of the Spirit of Princeton group, which organizes patriotic

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