Category: Political Debates

Sticky post
charlie kirk assassination, mental health, murder, non-fiction, political, Political Assassinations, Political Debates, politics, Quotes

Political Murders

I’ve avoided blogging about anything political recently because the situation in the United States is so volatile these days. However, the recent shooting of Charlie Kirk is one more act of gun violence in a long list. Let me add this disclaimer right off the bat. Until Wednesday, September 10, I had no idea who Charlie Kirk was. I subsequently read a bit about him … Continue reading Political Murders

Unknown's avatarLizzi NewtonLeave a comment
Sticky post
Causes, civil rights, Diversity, faith, goals, challenges, dreams, goals, dreams, challenges, human rights, JFK, political, Quotes, World Justice, world unity

Tikkun Olam

When I was studying to convert to Reform Judaism I learned a vital concept called Tikkun Olam. It means to actively perfect or heal the world through deeds of kindness, social justice, and advocacy. Originally in the Mishnah, the first written collection of Jewish oral tradition, Tikkun Olam is the mending of the law to keep society working correctly. Generally, it’s designed to improve social … Continue reading Tikkun Olam

Unknown's avatarLizzi NewtonLeave a comment
political, Uncategorized

Woke?

            The Merriam-Webster Dictionary definition of “woke” is “…aware of and actively attentive to important societal facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice).” Recently, some groups have used “woke” as a pejorative. Where does the word come from, and what does it mean?             In the United States in the 1930s, the expression “stay woke” became part of the African-American Vernacular English (AAVE). … Continue reading Woke?

Unknown's avatarLizzi NewtonLeave a comment
Political Debates

The Collapse of Presidential Races

I’ve tried hard to stay away from blogs about the current presidential races, especially the debates. To say we have become an embarrassment on the international stage is a gross understatement. People in other countries now tune in to the debates; particularly the Republican debates, rather than watch reality television. When did our political system degenerate into a name calling free for all? vigilantcitizen.com I … Continue reading The Collapse of Presidential Races

Unknown's avatarLizzi Newton5 Comments