(RNS) Unlike race, which has become an urgent topic for Americans to discuss and educate themselves (and others) about, faith remains a relatively siloed practice.
Proud Boy got raw deal
At no time was he accused of breaking any law, much less convicted of it. The article’s only reason for his dismissal was his past affiliation with folks who hold unpopular ideas.
The labels placed on the Proud Boys by politicized groups like the ADL and the Southern Poverty Law Center have led to this man’s guilt by association, and this is a very dangerous slippery slope.
The history of our own people should make us vigilant to support everyone’s rights to their own opinions and only judge people for their actions. After all, our own religious teachings have been attacked time and time again as unpopular regardless of our actions.
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Volunteers with Hands On Atlanta participating in the 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. | Hands On Atlanta
In addition to being a federal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is widely observed as a “Day of Service” for countless charitable actions and events across the United States.
This year, the first time the observance has fallen during a pandemic, groups are still holding events aimed at improving their communities, albeit with public health guidelines in mind.
One example is Hands on Atlanta, which has been organizing Day of Service events for over 20 years, with numerous projects taking place this year.
Volunteers with Hands On Atlanta participating in the 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. | Hands On Atlanta
In addition to being a federal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is widely observed as a “Day of Service” for countless charitable actions and events across the United States.
This year, the first time the observance has fallen during a pandemic, groups are still holding events aimed at improving their communities, albeit with public health guidelines in mind.
One example is Hands on Atlanta, which has been organizing Day of Service events for over 20 years, with numerous projects taking place this year.