Category Archives: politics

What Guides Your Moral Compass?

Mine is guided by empathy.  There’s nothing necessarily wrong if yours is guided by your religion, but let’s be clear about what your religion teaches.  If your leaders are teaching you things like, “Hate the sin, love the sinner,” or that certain groups of people don’t deserve God’s grace, then maybe your religion isn’t trulyContinue reading “What Guides Your Moral Compass?”

I’ve Been on a News Fast

I like to consider myself well-informed, but sometimes I feel overwhelmed and burdened by the news. Do you ever feel this way? On my commute to work, it’s normal for me to listen to NPR. Public radio is a great source of information, and I enjoy programs like Fresh Air and the BBC News.  ButContinue reading “I’ve Been on a News Fast”