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In Defense of Truth

In the McCarthy Era, newspapers had a problem. They tried hard, as we might say in modern parlance, to be “fair and balanced.” But, in trying to do so, they actually made things worse. Senator Joseph McCarthy would accuse various … Continue reading

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Sanctuary, for the Word and for the People

You’ve surely heard of sanctuary congregations, restaurants, universities and cities.  You probably have listened to their political opponents snark and snarl when they say the word “sanctuary”.  But it is a religious word that they are politicizing.  I write to … Continue reading

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On Prophetic Vision: Letter from a New Managing Editor

Dear Reader, Whenever a new editor comes to a journal, there are inevitable questions regarding the continuity of purpose and mission.  So, let me introduce myself. My name is Henry.  I am a church and university child, born of a … Continue reading

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Defending the Common Good

August/September 2017 10 “Swamps” Where Christians Must Take Action (Defending the Common Good, Part 1) Chris Iosso How does the mission of the Church line up with the defense of the common good? In this opening editorial, Chris introduces both … Continue reading

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