1. American history is complex, messy, and not always a feel-good story. Lots of bloodshed and violence.
2. Christianity is complex, messy, and not always a feel good story. Lots of bloodshed and violence.
I think we need to be real that neither institution is absent of conflict and pain and heartache. I am still a Christian because I know Jesus is worth following. Likewise, I am still American for various reasons.
Transgender Day of Remembrance, is observed annually from its inception on November 20, 1999, to memorialize those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia.
As a CIS gender white male, I choose to remember the injustice and violence against people who are seeking the universal values of life, liberty and happiness. I have never been the victim of violence of a transgender person. My life has been enriched by knowing transgender people.
They are often scapegoats of problems that they are not the cause of. Too many transgender people have lost their lives. It’s not right, they should be treated like fellow human beings who desire to live authentically in their own bodies free from fear.
Whatever is on the Epstein report, there must be accountability and justice. For too long, powerful people have gotten away with this sort of thing. We cannot let this sort of behavior continue to go unchecked. No matter what, I still think Donald Trump should resign.
I got this cool stress ball at work because everyone needs to relieve some stress on the job.
We did a lot of shopping at Walmart this weekend. Money was spent on upgrades, replacements and groceries. Everything was affordable and needed. Needless to say, we will be eating those groceries we bought and no going out.
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