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Although the dress was kept in such a low light level, the exposure to natural and bright artificial lights over many years caused irreversible deterioration of the fabric and fading of the colors. The portion of the skirt made with weighted silk became so weakened over time that it breaks nearly any time it is touched. more »

"You might be surprised that I’m promoting civics using online media. I’m not an expert. But even a retired cowgirl like me knows that we need to use these tools to educate if we are going to inspire and interest today’s young people. more »

Not only are there ten million more women than men registered to vote, but women turn out to vote at higher rates than men. This is true for every racial/ethnic group for which data are available. This difference has sometimes given the Democratic candidate a winning edge. Expect the Republicans to try to suppress the female vote in 2012 through such techniques as negative advertising, which tend to discourage voting. more »

Her lush oil paintings of the French countryside and traditional fruit and flower still lifes highlight her skillful observation of nature. The influence of philosopher Alain Locke, who encouraged Jones to draw inspiration from African art, is evident in many of her later works. more »