On Charlie Kirk, Melissa Hortman, and the rising tide of political violence, my latest piece in @RNS The American experiment has always been fragile. It has always required stewards. Which is why, in the wake of violence, we must look for the helpers. And, we must rededicate

Localized approaches and American leadership are paramount when it comes to beating back and ending senseless AIDS deaths. @MRBartlettNH with a good word on World AIDS Day on how the President can deliver on his 2019 promise to end AIDS near and far. https://t.co/zn5GUIiBJj

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Today, don’t ignore your uncle’s recent Facebook posts or brace for impact with your niece who listens to podcasts at 1.5x speed while you pass the Thanksgiving stuffing. Do like Mamdani and Trump… Talk about politics! Here are 4 tips 🦃 https://t.co/sZbU3DmVv6

America’s story of religious freedom goes beyond the Pilgrims. From Jewish settlers in New York to the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, these stories shaped our pluralistic society. Read more:

“Hunger is not partisan. It is human.” Adam Nicholas Phillips, CEO of Interfaith America, calls on leaders to act as SNAP funding stalls. Faith groups are stepping up, but they can’t replace a $2B/week lifeline. Read his urgent reflection: https://t.co/zJzykeOB82

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America’s religious traditions teach us that connection doesn’t require full agreement on every single issue. We need more spaces for those kinds of conversations to learn how to live side by side, even with those who vote or worship differently than we do. Today @nytimes

What do AOC, Josh Hawley, 100s of faith groups and Heretic Coffee in Portland all have in common? We have to come together to get SNAP fully back online. I think this hunger and policy crisis might also be a roadmap out of our divisions, too. My latest in @RNS

The President does the right thing and gets SNAP benefits back online for our hungry neighbors

Two years after October 7, @theRevAdam reflects on grief, conscience, and the work of repair. “The suffering of Israeli and Palestinian families alike calls us to a moral reckoning—not only with the violence itself, but with how we choose to respond.” Read more:

In the middle of Ken Burns’ “Baseball,” George Will explains American democracy in terms largely forgotten by partisans and journalists today. Please watch and spread around!

Profound, biblical, Christian message about this turning point of history by Cardinal McElroy today: “Courage and sacrifice must be the hallmark of our actions at this moment of historic and deliberate suffering being visited upon people living truly good lives that are a credit

And just a devastating day for the Church meeting house in Grand Blanc, MI. Praying for an end to extremist, hate fueled violence where adults and children are being targeted in faith communities. We all have a role to play - neighbors, leaders, policy makers - in seeking peace.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints President Russell M. Nelson’s life was marked by healing and connection. A surgeon, prophet, and leader—he built bridges across differences and called us to higher ground. Each of us despite our differences of faith and persuasion

September and October are full of sacred moments across faiths. From Rosh Hashanah to Diwali, Mawlid to Samhain, communities gather to reflect and celebrate. Explore the season’s spiritual richness. Read more:

“A Muslim imam, a Christian pastor, and a Hindu teacher packed food boxes together. No debates, just shared purpose.” Read Alex’s #MyInterfaithStory and submit your own: https://t.co/7ge7UbaG6i

We share the following statement from our CEO regarding the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University and the broader issue of political violence.

Charlie Kirk was scheduled to debate a progressive influencer, Hasan Piker, at Dartmouth College on Sept. 25. On his Twitch live stream, Piker reacted to the news with horror, urging some of his followers to stop making jokes about the shooting, and he expressed fear that he