#OTD January 19, 1920

The U.S. Senate votes against joining the League of Nations, a case study in rejecting collective security and then acting surprised when instability spreads.

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#OTD January 19, 1861

Georgia declares secession, showing how quickly a political dispute becomes a break with shared reality once factions decide the rules no longer apply to them.

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#OTD January 19, 1764

John Wilkes is expelled from the British House of Commons for seditious libel, a reminder that “order” often means punishing speech that embarrasses power.

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MLK Day Closures in Austin

The City of Austin will have select offices open on MLK Day. Most administrative offices are closed but public resources are still available.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/mlk-day-closures-in-austin/

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The Weekly Injection: New Releases From LORD DYING, SAXON, & More Out Today 1/19
Plus releases from Wasp Mother, Disconnected Souls, Upon Stone, Master, and Green Day

https://metalinjection.net/upcoming-releases/heavy-new-releases/the-weekly-injection-new-releases-from-lord-dying-saxon-more-out-today-1-19

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