Peace & Justice
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Justice in Gaza is a Moral Obligation
Justice does not have to demand violence in response to violence. A better justice, instead, can be a true force for goodness when it begins with compassion and curiosity. Justice then, in this way, can be a method for prevention… Continue reading
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Transforming Society Through Hope and Imagination
There is a lack of imagination in our society today. Not the kind that sparks creative ideas and innovations in art, technology, science, or design. The imagination we lack is one that conjures dreams and aspirations of a world that… Continue reading
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Burning Silence: The Relevance of ‘Fahrenheit 451’
There are few novels written in the last one-hundred years as captivating and still relevant as Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451. It serves as both a critique and a warning to our modern society from the not-so-distant past. Continue reading
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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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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 