2004 vs. 2024: How social issues influenced U.S. presidential elections

An abortion rights demonstration in California

(ANALYSIS) The 2024 election faced a situation that echoes the
circumstances of 2004. In the Dobbs decision, the Supreme Court essentially
turned the question of abortion regulation back to the states. That means
that the ballot initiative/referendum has become the instrument through
which states can set limits (or not) on abortion access.

New House rules target Transgender bathroom access

A portion of the US capitol building as seen from outside.

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced a ban on transgender individuals using bathrooms not matching their “biological sex” in the Capitol and House Office Buildings. This move, unveiled Wednesday, follows Republican Rep. Nancy Mace’s proposal to …

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Can faith lead a nation? The controversial leadership of Abiy Ahmed

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed

(REVIEW) In 2018, Ethiopia’s new Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed appeared on the
East African nation’s political scene almost from nowhere. Claiming to be
responding to an assignment by God, the young Pentecostal Christian
promised democratic salvation and national unity to a hopelessly divided
nation.

Online Master of Divinity Programs Available

Can You Get a Master of Divinity Online?

The digital age has brought theological education right to our fingertips. Many schools now offer online Master of Divinity programs. Thanks to tech and teaching innovations, those looking to explore their faith online have good …

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Lamenting Trump’s Return to the White House

shadow of a person behind heavily fogged glass.

Despondent. That word best captures my feelings in the aftermath of the 2024 Presidential election. Like millions of Americans, I cast my vote enthusiastically for Kamala Harris, believing in her vision of leadership and hope. …

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