Art by Kris HarperDear Americans,We can do better. As I watched the protest that shut down Donald Trump's rally in Chicago, I decided to mute the TV and watch the faces on the screen. As I watched tensions escalate between two groups of people, I became very still and upset. Two groups of people facing each other, screaming so loudly you could see veins bulging out of their … [Read more...] about Fear Drives Division
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American Identity: Evolve Past National Barriers
Art by Kris HarperWhen I think of American icons, I think of John Wayne, George Washington and Superman. Two of these are solely American concepts, but Superman could be said to be an international icon for good. He is the "ubermensch" that Nietzsche speaks about, the one who has risen above national borders and become an ideal citizen of the world. We should follow suit. … [Read more...] about American Identity: Evolve Past National Barriers
The Devotion of a Stained-Glass Window – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Photo by Shawn Jones The most beautiful thing I’ve ever witnessed is a person living for something greater than themselves. Beauty is born when a person embodies the intentionality and care in which he or she was created. The person who reflects their Creator in action and in speech is like a great masterpiece — displaying their beauty and alignment to their Creator, … [Read more...] about The Devotion of a Stained-Glass Window – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Fight for Your Democratic Rights and Freedom
Art by Sacha Irick At age 17, what were you doing? I know when I was at the peak of adolescence I was worried about what college I was going to, hanging out with my friends as much as I could, buying a prom dress and graduating from high school — pretty normal 17-year-old activities. But was I organizing a protest in support of democracy? Certainly not. Seventeen: the … [Read more...] about Fight for Your Democratic Rights and Freedom
9/11: Let Freedom Wave
Photo by Veronica Johnson The promise of hope and honor remain standing tall and strong in the 2,977 flags representing the lives lost on 9/11 as they flutter through the Malibu ocean breeze on Alumni Park. At Saturday’s Step Forward Day students volunteered in places such food banks, schools and parks. After serving, volunteers were invited to help put up the … [Read more...] about 9/11: Let Freedom Wave