roots

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As a historian of Jewish gender and antisemitism, I know the connections between misogyny and antisemitism have deep roots.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Edwards’ L.A. roots were critical to his identity as an artist.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The supermarket fixture known for its red-capped spices traces its roots to founder Willoughby McCormick, who at 25 years old started selling root beer, flavoring extracts, and fruit syrups door-to-door.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries, whose roots go back to 1886, is worth roughly $16 billion, including cash and debt, according to FactSet.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

I saw Nollie passing around “occupation coffee” as we called the current brew of roots and dried figs.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom