The Testimony.

The article offers information on Dr. Woodward's perspective on the John Mason statue controversy, advocating for its retention at the state capitol as a means to preserve the complex lessons of the Pequot War. Topics include the need to avoid oversimplifying history into a narrative of good versus bad, the historical context of the Pequot War and its complexities, and the value of using the statue as a focal point for education and dialogue about the state's history.