social issues
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The Cost of Denied Rights: What We Must Protect
Wrongful imprisonment, the denial of a fair public trial, human trafficking, and slavery are examples of crimes against humanity. Whether citizens, foreigners, residents, or visitors, all have equal rights as free people. Continue reading
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Remembering Pope Francis: A Prophet of Hope and Change
The world has lost one of its highest profile and most significant voices for humanity of our time, Pope Francis. Influential among Catholics and non-Catholics, Francis was known as an unwavering vocal advocate of the poor, marginalized, and oppressed around… Continue reading
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Addressing Gun Violence with Holistic Solutions
Yesterday, students at Florida State University in Tallahassee were victims of an active shooter on their campus who was one of their own. The gunman killed two and injured six others after entering the student union building on campus around… Continue reading
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Awakening Social Consciousness: Standing for Human Rights
The loss of humanity for one is a loss for many. The loss of humanity for many is a loss for all. Continue reading
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Condemning Violence: A Call for Peace and Justice
On Palm Sunday in the Ukrainian city of Sumy, a Russian airstrike killed more than 30 people and injured many dozens more while they celebrated the holiday in broad daylight. Video clips from the scene show large explosions in a… Continue reading
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Why True Strength Lies in Compassion
As society would have us believe, to be weak is to be a failure—or worse, inferior. We fear the notion of being deemed inadequate or unworthy. Nothing cuts deeper at our core identity and purpose in life than to be… Continue reading
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The Power of Empathy in Creating Change
Turning our attention to the complex problems of the past and the present is the beginning of creating and committing to new solutions. Illuminating hope begins with shining light on violence and injustice against humanity, wherever it may be found. Continue reading
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Hope Amidst Economic Chaos: Building Resilience Against Trump’s Tariffs
The executive actions taken since January 2025 are almost certain to hit middle and lower-class Americans the hardest, dramatically increase the risk for a global recession in the calendar year, and decrease the wealth in America for a generation. Despite… Continue reading
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