Toward Reformation

Posted on March 13, 2008
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It has occurred to me, in recent days, that the situation in U.S. academic history and historiography is not hopeless.

There is a new generation of historians who are ready to challenge the status quo.  These historians aren’t necessarily committed to the trinity of race, class and gender.  The ones that are have been much more intellectually egalitarian than their predecessors, recognizing that the house of sand that is academic history may soon be washed away.

I have even heard rumblings of conservative historians receiving tenure.  The scandal!

It has also occurred to me, in recent days, that there is no reason for me to hide behind a pen name.  I’m successful and comfortable in my career, and I don’t truly need to worry about repercussions from a dying elite.

To this end, I’d like to move forward in a more transparent manner.  Thomas Carlyle is being laid to rest, back in the days of yore.  Today, I’d like you to meet me.

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