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The Dignity Deficit

Political disagreement is inevitable; dehumanizing opponents is a choice that weakens us all.

The Problem With “Just Me and God”

Religion is rarely comfortable or luxurious—it’s a workshop where God shows up in the space between imperfect people.

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