Dialogue
I Fled Post-Revolution Iran. I’m Worried for America.
Who guards freedom in polarized times? Civic doubt, pluralist respect, and local ties, not outrage, preserve liberty.
Leyla Mirmomen
December 17, 2025
Who guards freedom in polarized times? Civic doubt, pluralist respect, and local ties, not outrage, preserve liberty.
Why must sanctuary matter again? Violence pierced sacred space, yet renewal remains possible through mercy and clarity.
Did WSJ cross ethical lines on sacred rites? Yes, consent prevails, context was missing, and naming rules were ignored.
What lessons can global pluralism teach? Youth-led and policy-driven models can guard religious freedom.
Does Heavenly Mother stand apart from Heavenly Father? She is unified with Him, sharing His divine will, not a separate deity for revision.
Can Hollywood portray faith responsibly? A survivor’s story reveals the real risks faced by missionaries worldwide.
What triggered the wide dissemination of the CES Letter? Examining a perfect storm of tech, naivety, and scholarly silence.
How can persecution be addressed? Moral resolve and peacemaking counter hostility more effectively than retaliation.
Do therapy bans protect minors? Overbroad definitions risk punishing therapists for supporting client choice.
What is the movie Heretic all about? This article answers key questions about the plot, themes, and religious critique.
How are the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community and Latter-day Saints similar despite originating from different faith traditions? In more ways than you might think.
For eight years in Jerusalem, a family observes the complexities of Israeli-Palestinian tensions. Israel’s survival hinges on military might, while Palestinians face leaders’ corruption. The struggle muddies right and wrong for both.