Social Issues (Page 5)

The cross atop a church is visible as it rises above a dark, block wall with barbed wire across the top, in the foreground.

Justification (thoughts)

If we use immoral means to achieve peace,
will we ever truly have it?

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Children, young people, and seniors—8 in all—sit on swings and smile.

Perspectives (thoughts)

Incredible stories come from people of all ages.

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A blue scrap of paper held in a clothespin says Transform Old Ways (Image: Artur Szczybylo)

Steps to being a better human (thoughts)

I never said it would be easy.

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burning orange candles close up (Image: Ivan Kmit)

We are still unable to protect ourselves
and our trans siblings from the destructive power of propaganda, bigotry, hatred, and violence that are still part
of daily life for marginalized communities around the world.

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Paper cut-outs of people's heads and the Earth. Each of the items is wrinkled and overlaps those to the right of it. Each of the faces is cut from paper, which is reflective of the diverse skin colors of the human race. The Earth is cut from blue and green papers. All of the faces are pointed to the right, showing the concept of working together for progress.

This world is diverse for a reason (article)

Diversity is not only what makes the universe beautiful,
it is what makes it thrive.

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Black Lives Matter protests. Supporters are marching through the streets of London protesting the death of George Floyd. LONDON- 03 JUNE, 2020

What does being “Woke” mean? (article)

Being “woke” means remaining alert to racial prejudice and discrimination and being willing to stand up against oppression and seek justice and reconciliation.

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