Posts Tagged ‘Religion’
What Happens when US Christian Fundamentalists Shape Public Policy in the Global South?
While religion can positively impact issues of social justice and human rights, it is profoundly problematic that the religious beliefs of a minority of the US are permitted to dictate issues of public health and morality in the Global South.
Read MoreLet’s Talk about Religion
I want to argue for the importance of talking about religion as part of advocacy work. Not just to defend the freedom to practice it, not just in the context of religious war, and not just because religious organizations might be strategic allies. But rather, because faith in a God or gods is often a crucial part of the social worlds in which we work.
Read MoreKnowing It All
Mr. Jorge Fernández Diaz, Minister of Interior of Spain, awarded a police merit medal to the Virgen Mary, Our Lady of the Holy Love. The Minister, who is a fervent believer and a member of the Opus Dei, referred to her “dedication, watchfulness, solidarity and sacrafice,” but did not clarify what exactly the Virgin did to earn her medal.
Read MoreDaydreaming
At this point, with a few hours left until it is time for the traditional grapes and apple cider, the risk-takers have made all the political predictions for next year. Some have already re-elected Santos, other have reached a peace agreement, elected a new Congress and formed parliamentary coalitions.
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