Why did God Punish Ancient Israel?
It wasn’t just apathy or failure to perform religious ceremonies for which ancient Israel faced God’s judgments. It was also what they failed to do for each other.
Tag: Justice
Expanding the Supreme Court is Authoritarian
Changing the composition of the courts is straight from the authoritarian handbook, and the justification comes from a misunderstanding of history.
A Fourth Take on The BYU Racial Equity Report
Searching for Christianity in the latest BYU Equity Report. Eleven theses toward a more productive conversation on race.
The Doctrine of Christ is Not Racist
Like the accusations against its history, some have insisted the doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ has racism “embedded” within it. Are those making this claim aware of what the Church actually teaches?
Child exploitation on Pornhub is just another reason Section 230 needs an overhaul
Changes to Section 230 have been much in the news, but this section allows pornography websites to profit off of illegal content. It’s time to reconsider.
Why I Believe America is Exceptional
“Exceptionalism” in reference to America has become, in many circles, a dirty word. This is a fresh look at why it shouldn’t be.
Does Social Justice Really Have to Divide Us?
Are there understandings of social justice that would help us unite around its aspirations—rather than continue fighting over it?
Are There Good Reasons to Opt Out of the BLM Movement?
If you have questions or concerns about the Black Lives Matter movement, does that make you racist—or suggest that you don’t believe “black lives matter?” Of course not. But if Americans were needing a reminder of why not, Jonathan Isaac just provided it.
Injustice, Civil Unrest, and Finding Peace in the Book of Mormon
If we seek to end direct violence without paying more attention to structural and cultural contributors, will we be successful? Not if we’re paying attention to advice from the Book of Mormon.
