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HISTORIC LAUNCH!
Historacle proudly announces the inauguration of the new HISTORACLE Blog. Historacle presents a virtual lens on history, its study and appreciation; as well as offering illuminating discusson on public policy. Just as the end validation of history has always been the analysis of the past, its use in understanding the present and vitality for more wisely shaping of the future; Historacle adopts the "Janus- headed" view: that of staying rooted in the lessons of history while scanning the horizon of the the future; yet always, with one sobering eye upon the past. Hence our symbolic choice of name and symbol: the twin headed Janus, looking both forward and aft, together with the far-seeing Oracle (of Delphi, if we be permitted the conceit); toward the noble end of making the world a better place.
That there is no substitute for history ought to be unquestioned. Unfortunately, ours is an age too easily seduced by appearances, the new and the lucrative; thus the need for this and other organs like it. No substitute? Certainly not those conventional men of "vision", so commonplace today, that spawn such shortsightedness in government policy and corporate action; who further conspire to manipulate public opinion so effectively. Accordingly, we encourage others to be mindful of the long historical view in reviewing their performance and in charting suitable programs for our collective wellbeing.
The Historacle team welcomes the challenge and bids the reader to hold "steady into the wind" in the pursuit of these worthy goals. Please check back for historical analysis of events and to use the growing list of services we offer.