Shredding the Moral Fabric of Our Nation
Archbishop Coakley is right. To livestream an execution is barbaric and contributes to the shredding of the already-fragile moral fabric of this nation. Social justice demands upholding the dignity and worth of all human life.
The President, The Press, and We The People
The most important way we can celebrate America’s 250th Birthday is to uphold, defend and use our First Amendment Freedom of Speech and Press. NO U.S. President can ignore his Constitutional Duty to “preserve, protect and defend” these rights that he stewards for us — We the People!
Gloria Steinem: A Warrior Who Changed the World
We salute and give thanks for the women whose courage and persistence blazed the trails that we follow today.
Choosing Public Service
While cynicism about the current political moment is tempting, we educators must redouble our efforts to educate and inspire the future servant leaders of our nation. The future of America depends on our work today.
The Cromwell Lesson
Quit before you lose your head… public officials and all professionals need to exercise strong and independent moral reasoning, especially in the face of a boss’s demands that run counter to the facts.
Dean Mostowy on Voting Rights: The Battle Never Ends
Each generation has a profound responsibility to act to preserve Democracy, freedom and equality. The Class of 2026 joins the long line of Trinity alumnae and alumni working to ensure the common good and protection of fundamental rights.
America300 and the Legacy of the Class of 2026
What will the legacy of the Class of 2026 be for America300 in 2076? America’s commitments to equal justice and fundamental rights demand the active engagement of Trinity’s citizen leaders, our graduates with the smarts and hearts and courage and strength to keep our nation strong.
Rev. Jesse Jackson: Remember, then Resolve to Act
We remember the Reverend Jesse Jackson as a courageous and forceful Civil Rights leader. Who will rise to take his place to ensure civil and human rights for future generations?
Racist Tropes and Hard American Truths
The contemptible racism of the president of this nation must be called out for what it is. How can we celebrate 250 years of America without confronting the constant undermining of our values in equal justice and freedom for all?
Stop the Madness!
Prayer without action is not enough. We need less violent rhetoric and more true leadership to end the violence of our times. And, yes, gun control.