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- 'Anti-Christian Bigotry,' Newt Gingrich? Let's Ban Bacon!Newt Gingrich's claim, and Mitt Romney's agreement, that equal rights for same-sex couples is 'anti-Christian bigotry' has me thinking. If we're going to legislate religion, let's do it right. Ban bacon!
- Take Action Against Anti-Gay BigotryBob Vander Plaats of the FAMiLY Leader wants politicians to vow to take away gay rights. Speak out now!
- Prejudice and BigotryPoem that condemns prejudice and bigotry.
Why Are so Many Right-Wing Christians in America so 'Un-Christian'?: Hate, Bigotry, Lies and RacismSo many American Christians behave worse than I would ever do and I'm an Atheist.- Language and BigotryOn the continuing discourse on race and racism in America and how language and words need to be held to a higher standard than tolerance and acceptance.
- Effective Anti-Bigotry Program - Use Schools, but Not TeachersA detailed look at the optimal approach to anti-bigotry education.
A Look Back to 1916: Seven Examples of Racial Violence, Stereotypes and BigotryThe author takes a look at 1916 racial attitudes and race issues as depicted in newspaper issues from "Evening Capital News" of Boise, Idaho.- Bigotry DefinedPeople like to throw out the term bigot, and in most cases, it is a simple attempt to squelch an opinion they like, not because they can refute the merits of the argument, but rather to drive off the opinion for fear of being labeled a bigot.
- Bigotry: Dwarfing the SoulA personal essay on bigotry. Addresses racial, educational, and sexual prejudices.
Bigotry: Real Versus ImaginedIt is very easy for politically confused, dominating or disruptive individuals, groups or government entities to sow dissension by exploiting the very subjective ways that "bigotry" can be regarded by various people.
Tea Party's Bigotry is a Birthmark, Not a TattooThe very public implosion of the Republican base into a tribe of frothing-at-the-mouth racist, homophobic militants has been so extensively documented that it has inspired former Conservative bloggers to modify their political ideologies.- Why the 2012 Election Doesn’t MatterPolitical pundits and politicians are saying that 2012 is the most important Presidential election in the last two decades. But what if it isn’t, and it is all our fault.
- Hating Minority Religions - Why it Should Not Be DoneThe year is 2011, and yet there is still religious hatred buried beneath the tolerant surface of the American public. Despite what your religion is, this should be unacceptable.
Celebrating Death and BigotryI'm not sure that I like where the GOP base is headed. Recent crowd reactions have left a sour taste in my mouth, as well as a sinking feeling in my heart.
Liberty and Justice Only for Those Who Can Afford ItIf we would have followed Jimmy Carter's lead 30 years ago, we would be in much better shape as a whole than we are now. America is wasteful and our politicians throw the public under the bus until they want our vote to save their jobs.- The United State of UsThis poem was inspired by the events that have been taking place all over our country regarding hate crimes and hypocrisy.
- The Murder of Alan BergIn the mid 1980's, members of the white supremacy group, The Order, shot and killed Jewish radio talk show host Alan Berg.
Why 9/11 Did Not Change My Life for the WorseThat horrible day nine years ago in New York City did nothing to change my outlook. It only reminded me that evil has existed, does exist, and will exist.- Mosque Debate is a Study in BigotryThere are simply no logical grounds on which to object to building an Islamic center within some magical number of blocks from Ground Zero unless you also maintain that all Muslims are evil.
- A 9/11 Victim Says Build the MosqueA rant about what some people are trying to do with 9/11
Why Do so Many Americans Fear and Hate Muslims? 9/11 is No Excuse, It's Simply Racism, Bigotry and HatredAs a writer who has visited several Muslim countries, I honestly don't understand the hatred many Americans feel towards Muslims.- "All that is Asked of You" a Poem by Elizabeth RamirezThis is a poem that I wrote in 1998
- Facing Common Enemies - We Lose Our WayWe get bogged-down by modalities, losing time & resources in tackling issues that cry-out for attention.
The Bigotry of Paul Kanjorski, Democrat of Pennsylvania (Video)Will Paul Kanjorski get a pass for this bit of outrageous outrage because he is a Democrat?- Return of the Race Card: Faux Bigotry Sinks to a New LowThe race card has been played countless times, but this has to be the worst hand yet.
- CouragePoem about the essence of courage.
Liar's PulpitA poetic response to religious fanaticism and church sponsored hate- Hope-y HolidaysI offer some ways to spread hope; and ask for more.
- One BodyA Look at Hate in Modern Times.
Tackling Sectarianism in Football DramaThe sectarianism that blights Scottish football is tackled in a hilarious new play 'Singin I'm No A Billy He's A Tim' which is currently being staged across the United Kingdom.- DreampeaceA poem I hope you'll like about how dreams can be a peaceful escape from an unpleasant world.
Make BelieveImagine a world where everyone's differences were celebrated. Read this uplifting poem and believe.- The Need to HateAs Barack Obama starts his presidency, there are people who feel threatened by him. This may be part of a larger phenomenon that all societies must cope with.
The Not so New BigotryRacism may be slowly fading but a new form of prejudice has sneaked into our midst and become an accepted point of view.- On the Occasion of My 50th Birthday, I Offer This . .I turned 50 years old yesterday. Now, normally, this is when I would run my annual "Aging Gracefully . . . or Gratefully" post-a perennial favorite among the well-read (in my own mind.)
- Down with Bigotry and HateThis poem is a sound off against bigotry and hate.
Certain PeopleWhat is your something?- Closing Arguments: 5 Days LeftA final argument for what is at stake in Election 2008. This article considers historical context, philosophical grounding, and personal conviction as to the significance of the choice facing Americans today and in generations to come.
- How I Abolished Bigotry and Created the Beloved Community: Part TwoThis is part two of the three part series which chronicles one man's journey to demolish prejudice and fulfill Dr. King's Dream of The Beloved Community.
- How I Abolished Bigotry and Created the Beloved CommunityThis three part series describes one man's triumphant journey to establish a culture of agape, love, peace, and harmony through the use of the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
