Editor's note.

This article discusses the power of words and their impact on society throughout history. It highlights examples such as Father Charles Coughlin's hate-filled radio sermons in the 1930s, which incited violence against Jews, and Mississippi officials' use of words to perpetuate white supremacy in the 1950s and 1960s. The article also explores the historical context of language used in 19th-century press coverage of land use policies and the role of words in shaping public opinion on climate policy. Lastly, it tells the story of Tel Ra Productions, a Philadelphia-based film production company that played a significant role in capturing sports on film for early television. The author emphasizes the importance of documenting and retelling historical events truthfully and honestly to prevent the repetition of past wrongs. [Extracted from the article]