social justice
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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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Protecting Democracy: The Rising Movement for Change
Everyday Americans took to the streets this weekend for a nationwide day of peaceful protest. From all accounts, participants represented nearly every demographic and political affiliation. What drove people to disrupt their weekend plans and join over 1,300 events in… 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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The Dangers of Ideological Tyranny in Democracy
The deconstruction of democratic institutions and social progress continues at a manic pace. From the courts to cultural spaces, we are on a trajectory where there will soon be nothing sacred or unaffected by ideological tyrants if left unchecked. Continue reading
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Building a Movement of Hope and Change
Movements of hope are built on seeing the world and our predicament in a different light. Refusing to cede individual power and agency to others who claim to define the rules is the beginning of telling an alternative story that… Continue reading
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Protecting Freedom of Speech in Universities Today
Colleges and universities, both public and private, are spaces where ideas are shared, skills for life are developed, and engagement with society at the highest levels is practiced. They have always been institutions of progress and consternation. Today, they are… Continue reading
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Five Core Beliefs That Foster Hope
Hope is not shallow or apathetic, it’s deep and contagious. Hope refuses to extinguish light by darkening the dreams of tomorrow because of its core beliefs. When we change our beliefs, we change our vision of the future. Continue reading
Matt Till 