Chicago Audubon Society changing to Chicago Bird Alliance in a refutation of slaveholder John James Audubon – Chicago Sun-Times

“Our chapters believe that bird conservation should center birds and collaboration rather than celebrate a historical figure that is aligned with systemic racism,” said Judy Pollock, president of the Chicago organization. “We are happy to be part of a new group of chapters using this name.”
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Pat S.
6 months ago

Renaming is more woke nonsense.

Viewing history through a contemporary lens unfairly tarnishes historic accomplishments.

Rewriting history is a fool’s game.

debtsor
6 months ago
Reply to  Pat S.

Rewriting brings about Year Zero.

debtsor
6 months ago
Reply to  Mark Glennon

Didn’t know you’re a birder. You should download the Merlin Bird App on your phone. It’s a free app from Cornell that identifies birds by their calls, don’t even need a connection to the internet because it downloads the samples. Game changing app, there’s nothing else really like it.

Pat S.
6 months ago
Reply to  debtsor

Yes, it’s fun! Merlin is an amazing tool for this casual birder.

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