For me, the tone was set for Republican National Convention even before it began, with the decision about the party’s platform. I was a McGovern delegate at the Democratic Convention in 1972. Though it was a long time ago, I can still recall the agonizing hours spent in meetings both before and during the convention … Continue reading Fearless Leader
Christmas and the Climate
We’re mired in impeachment. But it’s also Christmas. In keeping with the season, this post moves past the moment and is filled with hope for the future—as embodied in 16 year-old Greta Thunberg, named this week as Time magazine’s Person of the Year. For Christians, we are reminded of the enduring words of hope from … Continue reading Christmas and the Climate
Three Strands in a Single Braid
Once again, the news has been overwhelming. Convoluted and scurrilous headlines can be hard to track, and the impact on individuals difficult to measure, so we must stay tuned in if we are to understand how to navigate our future. Many topics compete for attention, but three rise to the surface with increasing intensity: the … Continue reading Three Strands in a Single Braid
Crisis in Kashmir
[The following words were spoken last week at the Indianapolis Pakistani Community Rally, by the Rev. Dr. Richard “Dick” Hamm, former General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and a frequent participant in the US-Pakistan Interreligious Coalition (UPIC). His words are used with permission. You can find background on this crisis … Continue reading Crisis in Kashmir
Pelosi’s Optics Miscue
When Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded to President Trump’s announcement of his “new” compromise on the border wall, she made a classic miscue—as have many others—in sparring with Donald Trump. She played on his turf. Trump is a master of manipulation. His use of a televised announcement on Saturday, like his previous remarks from the Oval … Continue reading Pelosi’s Optics Miscue