Emily and Batya sort through it here (I concur about not using governmental power in this way):
Commentary (I also have concern about picking up tools and giving the other side the option of picking them up against you later): https://www.commentary.org/john-podhoretz/canning-kimmel-and-elevating-jew-hatred/
I think I had another one in mind but it now eludes me. May post it later.
Hi everyone, I haven't been active in Solid Ground for a while, but I am still alive and kicking! I now work as personal assistant to a mind-bendingly weird and diva-esque artist-lip-syncher-performer named Fiona Blueberry. She is blissfully clueless about politics and seems to be completely unaware of the culture wars. Working with her is a breath of fresh air. If you need a mood lift, I encourage you to watch this video we made together. Happy 4th, everyone! Wishing you fun/love/peace on this holiday. :) www.fionablueberry.com
Our very own @YayRain (after having imbibed some golden nectar), shares with us yet one more problem with CRT....
I think she lives in upside-down world. From the book's website:
"Drawing on history, stories from teachers on the front lines, and decades of experience with America’s public schools, Weingarten argues that teaching students to think critically is the key to defeating would-be dictators. She encourages teachers to continue focusing on their vital mission to help young people thrive—creating opportunity in safe and welcoming classrooms, promoting tolerance, and teaching problem solving, critical thinking, and healthy debate. She cautions against censorship and complacency, looking to the past to warn us all about what can happen if we devalue teachers and public schools."
Haven’t shared a song for a while. But we sang this last Sunday (this recording from a year ago). And of course, I thought of Charlie Kirk and figured this song of praise is a great way to honor him.
I appreciated how they tried to parse their positions on free speech, getting people fired, extremism/violence, tribalism. I do agree we need to be judicious and not act merely out of emotions. https://pca.st/episode/c0aa125f-f44b-47c0-948f-e93cc6cdeb97
