Democracy & Elections
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Our Identity Crisis is Here
Nearly 250 years after its founding, the United States is facing its greatest crisis yet. The crisis is not who’s in the White House, but of identity—our shared beliefs and values that inspire hope and goodness for ourselves and others. Continue reading
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War and Peace: Are We Living an Orwellian Nightmare?
Orwell’s thrilling tale was fit for an emerging Cold War era. In 1984, he imagined a world redefined by atomic war that chose to side with authoritarian regimes in exchange for the allure of peace and security. Today, his novel… Continue reading
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We’re Playing A Game That Cannot Be Won
The assassination of a well-known public figure who gave voice to our neighbors is a cruel double-edged sword. On one side, it humbles us because we collectively fear and grieve the swift, brutal injustice of murder. On the other side,… Continue reading
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When Will There Be Justice?
This week America is once again grieving the loss of innocent lives and a nation broken by a grave injustice. A shooting at Catholic K-8 School in Minneapolis during their morning prayers while sitting in the church pews left 2… Continue reading
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The Growing Threat of Political Violence in America
From national and global politics to local community issues, we are in the midst of a struggle. These may be unsettling times, but hope is not lost. Continue reading
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Protests in Los Angeles: A Call for Change
The protests and counter-reaction in Los Angeles and materializing in cities around the country are in direct response to the alarming scenes of immigration enforcement tactics. Unannounced roundups of migrants at job sites, in public spaces, city streets, schools, universities,… Continue reading
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The Rise of Hate and Antisemitism: How to Cultivate Hope and Change
Accusing and silencing people groups based on their identity, beliefs, politics, nationality, or race will always fail to promote lasting peace. We have seen this story before. Instead of hate and violence, we need a unified movement of healing, peace,… Continue reading
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Responding to Domestic Extremism Through Nonviolent Resistance
Today, we face new threats of extremism that threaten to disrupt and erode personal freedom and peaceful coexistence. These growing dangers require alternative approaches to the use of force with a new generation of brave soldiers. In time, their quiet… Continue reading
Matt Till 