The term “Manifest Destiny” appeared in newspapers in 1845, on the eve of the Mexican-American War. Manifest Destiny was never a stated policy, but a motto for the deeply held conviction that our nation’s conquests were divinely sanctioned and honorable. Americans did not vanquish to conquer, only to bestow liberty and the blessings of our … Continue reading Manifest Destiny
Indivisible Fremont CA is one of thousands of Indivisible groups across the country taking action to build grassroots power and fight for a truly inclusive democracy. They are dedicated to promoting a welcoming and inclusive community, advocating for democracy and justice and empowering individuals to create positive change. The list their values as Choosing Hope; … Continue reading Love Hero Indivisible
ACTION SUNDAY: Will you be my Valentine can be a complicated one. We need to have some instruction and backgorund and inspiration about how can we love people. We want to love people the way they want to be loved, which requires spending time together, getting to know each other, sharing a part of ourselves … Continue reading A Love that Spans Generations
We all need to know what to do when the bullets start flying. This is something we all need to think about, because the work of liberation – overthrowing oppression – requires risk. And few people go through war without losing a single battle. We have to know how to experience the pain of loss, … Continue reading Dodging Bullets on the Path to the Promised Land
