Nation Building is Never Without Risk "Follow the money." This is a phrase which most investigative reporters must follow to find the truth. The Taliban is slowly taking over the governance of Afghanistan because they have the money. Money is the foe which the United States cannot fight through its endless war. The Taliban's resources are overwhelming : The … [Read more...] about Why the US Must Exit Afghanistan
Christian Nationalism is a Threat to Democracy
"White Christian nationalism is a political ideology that says we should be a Christian nation where Christians receive special legal rights. Its adherents believe they are on a holy mission and will stop at nothing to seize power, which is why Christian nationalism played such a strong role in the January 6 insurrection. It's no surprise that white Christian nationalism … [Read more...] about Christian Nationalism is a Threat to Democracy
If You Know Someone Who Lives Alone, Check in on Them Once in a While by Ross Reck
Do It Now! A friend made this post recently on Facebook: “I’m feeling down. I just learned that a friend I knew when I lived in Illinois passed away. The last time we spoke, which was a month ago, she seemed so up, but evidently, she wasn’t. She took her own life. Her sister said she felt lonely because many friends and family members had recently died. Her other “friends” … [Read more...] about If You Know Someone Who Lives Alone, Check in on Them Once in a While by Ross Reck
Having Trouble Pulling Yourself Out of a Rut? Take a Walk with Someone by Dr. Ross Reck
Take a Hike! Sometimes we can fall into a rut where we’re doing the same things at the same time every day and watching the same television programs every evening. When this occurs, life can become a little stale or even boring. One inexpensive and enjoyable way to pull yourself out of such a rut is to take a walk with someone. According to an article by Jancee Dunn, which … [Read more...] about Having Trouble Pulling Yourself Out of a Rut? Take a Walk with Someone by Dr. Ross Reck
The Catholic Church and Christian-Nationalism
Just What Does Faithful America Say "Let's not mince words: Bishop Joseph Strickland might just be the worst Catholic bishop in the United States. The Bishop of Tyler, Texas, is a Christian-nationalist election denier who spoke to at least one "Stop the Steal" rally before the January 6 insurrection. The fact that he is still in a powerful leadership position should … [Read more...] about The Catholic Church and Christian-Nationalism