America has always loved the underdog. After all, the founding of our country was based on a David-and-Goliath struggle against a seemingly indomitable monarchy. The promise of America is that anyone can be successful if they are innovative and work hard. But can we be OK with someone not succeeding, or succeeding in unconventional ways? …
Procter and Gamble’s #LikeAGirl commercial has been labeled “groundbreaking” not only for tackling the important topic of girls’ self-concept but also for its strong message of empowerment. The advertisement featured girls being asked to engage in various activities (e.g. throw a ball, run) “like a girl” and highlighted how the term “like a girl” has …
It’s time for us all to adopt a new playbook that truly honors American Indians. It’s time for the Washington football team to change its name. The Fritz Pollard Alliance, a civil rights group dedicated to promoting diversity and equality in the National Football League (NFL), has joined the growing chorus of protests against the …
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The movie American Sniper has won widespread acclaim for its gripping depiction of Chris Kyle, a Navy SEAL considered to be the deadliest sniper in United States military history. American Sniper has also generated a moral controversy. For those who considered the Iraq war to be illegal and immoral, it portrays the glorification of Americans …
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The attack by Al Qaeda on the Charlie Hedbo office in Paris adds to the growing number of atrocities committed by terrorist groups who claim a radical Islamist philosophy. In response, many Muslim people have spoken out against these heinous attacks, including some using a social media campaign #NotInMyName to protest not only the acts …
“Because vengeance is no kind of leveler; Bloodless Coup. Ultimately save the strikes for the structure; Bloodless Coup” — from “Bloodless Coup” by Napalm Death At first glance, it might appear that Napalm Death’s vocalist Mark “Barney” Greenway is a living, breathing paradox. Greenway’s band, Napalm Death, one of the founders of grindcore, is a fast and aggressive fusion of …
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The Learning Channel (TLC) aired a new show Sunday called “My Husband’s Not Gay”, a one-hour special that depicts four men who are attracted to men but are married to women. This show has caused outrage among gay advocacy groups who claim that TLC is supporting the concept of “gay conversion therapy,” a series of …
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In thinking about or praying for the upcoming year, people often hope to be “happy and healthy.” In theory, these are one and the same; what makes you healthy should be what makes you happy. Yet there is no time of the year when what is “happy” and what is “healthy” are more in conflict …
With the holidays upon us, our Facebook feeds are probably filled with images of our friends and family members celebrating. We love the opportunity to share in the lives of people we care about even when they’re far away, but how often do we feel a twinge of envy when we’re looking at other people’s …
Schools in 21 states measure children’s body mass index (BMI) to screen for obesity, and eight states require that reports be sent home to parents to encourage treatment for overweight kids. Proponents acknowledge that there is no evidence that these so-called “fat letters” help children lose weight; they are simply an “awareness tool.” Yet there is substantial evidence that this …
