politics
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Facing the Reality of Climate Change
During a disastrous weekend in central Texas, severe flooding, exacerbated by climate change, left nearly 100 people missing or killed. As climate research warns of increased catastrophic events, acknowledging human-caused climate change is essential. A unified response is necessary to… Continue reading
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Unmasking Injustice Against Migrants
Masked secret police officers in unmarked cars. Warrantless arrests. Broken car windows. Crying children in the backseat. Bewildered onlookers. Families torn apart. Employers with missing laborers. Classrooms with empty seats. Communities on edge and afraid. This is the repressive reality… Continue reading
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Desperation in Gaza: A Call for Global Action
In Gaza, the children are starving. They live in a land transformed by the unrelenting and inhumane bombing of Israel’s war on the militant group Hamas. At this moment, action is required from us. 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
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From Gaza to Washington: Political Violence Versus Peaceful Action
Yesterday’s shooting in Washington D.C. is yet another example of how global events impact every one of us. When evil and injustice are left unaddressed, anger and hatred grow, stifling hope with further despair. Continue reading
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