current-events
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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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The Stories of Immigrants are Also Our Own
American society grapples with a long-standing skepticism and fear of immigrants, fueled by historical discrimination. Contemporary hate speech and false narratives intensify societal anxiety, echoing past prejudices. Despite these challenges, the core values of hope, freedom, and equality persist as… 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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The New American Crisis: Anointing Political Violence
Shrowded in revisionist history and outlandish claims of unity and justice, the lasting consequences of President Trump’s decision to pardon his convicted supporters from January 6th are far more chilling. The result is not an act of forgiveness and mercy… Continue reading
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Why Embracing Equity Inspires a Hopeful Future
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (commonly known as “DEI”) awareness initiatives are actively being undermined, pushed out, and shut down in the private and public sectors. The intended purpose of DEI has always been to empathetically reveal the beliefs and behaviors… Continue reading
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