View politics critically but charitably and with good old common sense: cowboy commentator Will Rogers’ wisdom for 2024
- Written by Steven Watts, Professor of History, University of Missouri-Columbia
Will Rogers made a career out of making fun of politics and politicians − with a generous spirit.George Rinhart/Corbis via Getty ImagesFor those trying to come to terms with a particularly tumultuous election year full of deep divisions, ideological invective and personal insults, guidance can come from a historical figure whose insights...