by John Mancini | Jun 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
I’ve been asking myself that question for some time. Having participated in Italian American affairs for over forty years, it seems strange to ponder such a thing. It is not so much a question for our Italic Institute, which has remained on course over the...
by Bill Dal Cerro | Jun 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
Back in January, I wrote a blog called “Here’s to the Ladies!” It was a reference to Tony Bennett’s famous 1995 CD—a series of songs by famous American female singers—and also a tribute to talented Chicago women who have been overlooked by...
by John Mancini | Jun 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Today is a national holiday in Italy, la Festa della Repubblica, celebrating the referendum in 1946 that dumped the Savoy monarchy and made Italy a republic. It was a close vote—54% for a Republic, 46% for Monarchy—but not without irregularities. Many...
by Bill Dal Cerro | May 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
One of my favorite among humorist Mark Twain’s many famous quotes is, “Travel is fatal to prejudice.” Basically, he meant that traveling opens our eyes, hearts and minds, connecting us to our fellow human beings, live and in-person. Stereotypes and...
by Bob Masullo | May 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Alfred E. Smith Who were the pioneer U.S. government officials with Italian roots? The answers are more than names that belong in history books. In a tangible way they provide a measure of how far Italian-Americans have come in the greater American society. Let’s...
by John Mancini | May 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
America is gearing up to host the World Cup of Soccer next month. Not exactly a sport that gets Americans excited, although an American team will be showing its stuff. Besides, hyphenated Americans can cheer on their ancestral homelands. Alas, Italy will...
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