Human Rights
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Compassion Over Fear: Countering Fictional Monsters
It’s an old story with the same tragic ending. From Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to the Oscar-nominated film Wicked, the presence of an outsider becomes a convenient monster to blame our anxieties and fears. Hysteria and violence against the innocent is… Continue reading
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Why Generosity is Essential for Society
Friendship, compassion, and generosity are what sustain families and communities. It comes in many forms like helping raise our children, caring for each other when in need, celebrating life’s milestones and successes, and giving time and resources to rebuild after… Continue reading
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The Impact of Trump’s Gaza Announcement on Global Peace
President Trump’s announcement about U.S. ownership of Gaza reflects a troubling departure from American values. This rhetoric exacerbates international tensions and undermines human rights. Emphasizing dignity, equality, and love, the text argues for recognizing our shared humanity as the foundation… Continue reading
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From Anger to Hope: Building a Better Tomorrow
Unity in our differences is our strength and what makes a constitutional democracy and the promise of America thrive. Distraction by division and anger is how it unravels on our watch. The greatest threat today is not a war on… Continue reading
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The Immigration Crisis: From Anxiety to Better Solutions
The world benefits when everyone belongs and partners together. Immigration is a complex web of ever-changing, inconsistent rules and laws. Naturally, people find loopholes to achieve their dreams and aspirations. Shutting down borders, threatening global neighbors, revoking temporary residency, and… Continue reading
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Why Humanity Thrives on Collaboration and Trust
Life is inherently communal, with interconnected systems sustaining both nature and humanity. Natural processes support ecosystems, while people depend on one another for physical, emotional, and social needs. A breakdown in community undermines society. Solutions lie within families and local… Continue reading
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Chaos as a Political Strategy: A Call for Unity in Troubling Times
Progress is about collaboration and problem-solving, even when your elected government uses its seemingly unchecked power to oppress and limit the freedoms of others. So long as we are divided, we cannot create momentum to build a better tomorrow. Unity… Continue reading
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Overcoming Anger and Division: A Counter-Movement of Hope
As the world flirts with increased division and chaos, we need a counter-movement of hope and change that benefits all humanity over a select few. We need leaders, builders, helpers, and supporters who courageously participate and identify with a bold,… Continue reading
Matt Till 