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In the wake of the September 11 events, I began to wonder about my identity as an American. How it feels. How it is expressed. As the nation reeled in shock and grief, I found it difficult to explain, even to myself, my conflicted feelings of anguish and anger on the one hand, and my desire for understanding and reconciliation on the other. » Read more…
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Tomorrow, Indiana residents will play a significant role in the Democratic presidential race. It has been a long time – at least 40 years – since voices in this great state in the country’s heartland have had such influence and were so valued. » Read more…
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How does my faith inform my political views, engagement and assessment of candidates? As a member of the Church of the Brethren, I am part of a body that sees a responsibility to seek the mind of Christ, simply, peacefully, together. With regard to local politics, there aren’t a lot of issues that create much friction between faith and action. » Read more…
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As I reflect on my political involvement as an Anabaptist, there is no hesitation on my part. I have a moral and ethical responsibility as an Anabaptist to be involved in the political arena. The Goshen College core values of Christ centeredness, global citizenship, servant leadership, compassionate peacemaking and passionate learning must be present at the table to impact the decisions made about health care, war and peace, the impoverished, education and the environment in our society and the world. As Christians we have a moral obligation to be political active! » Read more…
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Personal reflection on GC’s faith/politics influences on me since 1943:
Stimulated, nourished and challenged by the Goshen College environment, I find myself, like a host of faculty colleagues over many years, a committed peacemaker. Since my case is not untypical, it may speak, in part at least, for a whole institutional ethos. » Read more…
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How does my faith inform my political views, engagement and assessment of candidates? Growing up, I recall the intrigue of listening to Uncle Frank who talked “politics” when he came to visit. Our family did not get involved in the election of governmental leaders. » Read more…
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