Garrett S. Griffin
Location
Kansas City, Missouri
School
Rockhurst University, Missouri State University
Expertise
American History, American Politics, Social Criticism
- Garrett is the author of two books, "Racism in Kansas City: A Short History" and "Why America Needs Socialism: The Argument from Martin Luther King, Helen Keller, Albert Einstein, and Other Great Thinkers."
- He has a master's degree in history education and is pursuing a second master's in American history.
- An activist since 2014, he has been involved in myriad political campaigns and movements for Kansas City, the state of Missouri, and the U.S. as a whole.
Experience
Garrett S. Griffin is an activist, writer, and author of two books. After working as a professional writer-editor and a para for special needs students, he now serves as communications director at Communities Creating Opportunity, a political advocacy organization that fights for social change, in addition to being a news writer for Grunge. His work has appeared on Yahoo!, the Democratic Left, and local Missouri papers.
Education
Garrett has a master's degree in history education from Rockhurst University and is pursuing a master's in American history from Missouri State University.
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Stories By Garrett S. Griffin
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Political campaigns often rely on a catchy, easily remembered slogan to raise awareness of a candidate. Donald Trump used "Make America Great Again" -- MAGA.
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It's not exactly news when someone changes their mind about their political views, unless that person is a celebrity-activist like Charlton Heston.
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Hank Aaron and Willie Mays were two of the most talented and popular baseball players of their era. Here's how $50 kept them from becoming teammates.
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Larry Bird once played an NBA game against the Portland Trail Blazers left handed, showcasing his incredible talent and drive to improve his skills.
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The University of Paris closed for two years in the 13th century after a bar fight broke out between students and townspeople at a local pub.
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Renowned Hollywood actor James Stewart took a career break to serve in WWII, and his father wrote him a heart-tugging letter upon his departure.
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Male clownfish are able to change their sex, a remarkable characteristic that shows how uniquely the clownfish have evolved. Here's how they do it.
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Polycephaly, the characteristic of having two or more heads, is a rare occurrence in the animal kingdom. Let's look at the two-headed dolphin discovery in 2014.
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Malcom X was a controversial human rights activist who was assassinated in 1965. This is what he said in a speech right after his home was bombed.
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Jimi Hendrix's song, "The Wind Cries Mary" is one of his softer tunes and imbues the emotions he was feeling. Here is the real story behind the song.
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"The Autobiography of Malcolm X" is a crucial text, but three removed chapters, thought to be too controversial, provide insight into Malcolm X's narrative.
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Ted Bundy was one of the worst serial killers in American history. However, there is one family that may have a reason to the thank the brutal monster.
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George Washington Carver was a monumental intellect, not only in terms of agriculture and botany, but also as a well-respected painter during his life.
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Deadlines — as we know them now — are part of daily life for most people, but the word originated from a gruesome practice during the American Civil War.
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There were all kinds of atrocities that occurred during the Civil War. Once, a Civil War soldier accidentally and disgustingly ate human brains.
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One camel caused a ruthless 40-year-long war in the 5th century, when the camel was killed. Here's how the camel's death led to the conflict.
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Winona Ryder's acting career took her to the peak of stardom in the 1990s, but her career was quickly derailed when she was arrested in 2001.
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Russia's Joseph Stalin was famous for his brutality, but few knew about Cannibal Island, a particularly sadistic labor camp. Here's how the public found out.
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Tom Petty was a titan of the music industry, inspiring musicians across several decades. These were his final words to his many fans.
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The dunce cap is considered a universal symbol of shame and stupidity, but it wasn't always that way. The dunce cap once had a pretty unexpected meaning.
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Kobe Bryant was once offered a role in Spike Lee film when he was a rookie, but turned it down. Here's how a postseason loss led him to turn down the role.
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The evolution of death penalty laws in South Korea, as in many countries, has been contentious. These are the death penalty laws in South Korea.
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The Hiawatha Belt is a piece of wampum -- belts of long shell beads used for ceremonial purposes. These are the five nations that make up the Hiawatha Belt.
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The Zodiac Killer remains one of the most mysterious serial killers in history, leaving clues and ciphers for investigators. Here were his disturbing motives.
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King Solomon, revered as a prophet by the three Abrahamic faiths -- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam -- is renowned for many things, but above all, wisdom.
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William Shatner is known for playing Captain Kirk on Star Trek, and is considered a Hollywood royalty, but he was once reduced to living in his truck.
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In Brazil, there is an annual festival celebrating the US Confederacy, because many Confederates fled to Brazil after the South lost the Civil War.