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If we sow hate, we will reap division

Trump Sows Hate Whatever the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, there is one thing we can all agree upon: America is deeply divided, and that’s not good for our (capital D) Democracy. Nastiness, vilification, and “otherism” have become normalized.  Violent rhetoric has adults and children afraid that people will take up arms to “take our country back.”  What hope do we have at Unity? We all bear personal responsibility for this, starting by recognizing our own personal biases; I know I have them.  What have you said about Democrats? about Trump or his followers? about immigrants, politicians, transgender or …

DEI One-Stop-Shop

Puzzle Peeps-byGerdAltmann-Pixabay Here is the info you need, compiled from my research and writings on the subject.  Much of my research is Kentucky related, as the state legislature has been sucked into the Culture War.  I address the many objections to DEI below. What is DEI? In short, DEI refers to programs and initiatives addressing Diversity (people from the rainbow of sub-cultures), Equity (fairness, equal opportunity, and justice), and Inclusion (belonging and feeling valued).  DEI principles may be applicable in: Workshops and trainings, Course content, Education methods, Student enrollment or classroom makeup, Community service and social justice work, Scholarships, On-campus …