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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Faith Without The Noise 

Despite declining church attendance and fewer people claiming formal affiliation, faith persists in the quiet, daily practices of those who pray, give thanks, and show up for others not because it is convenient, but because it is right.

We Can’t Be Silent About The Voices Of Youth In Foster Care

New federal requirements for young adults aging out of foster care are creating barriers to basic needs, such as food and health care, and disproportionately affecting Black, LGBTQ+, and other vulnerable populations.

This Earth Day, Humanity Is Failing Our “First Commandment”

On Earth Day, we must ask ourselves how we can transition from finite energy sources to infinite ones, as we were meant to do, and protect the garden we were given.

Christian Leaders As “Political Kingmakers”

Marco Rubio and JD Vance, both high-ranking members of the Trump administration, have compromised their moral and political principles for political expediency, while Franklin Graham has used his religious authority to mobilize evangelical voters for Trump.

Gen X Grind Vs. Gen Z Boundaries: Who’s Right?

Gen X and Gen Z have different perspectives on work-life balance, with Gen X prioritizing hard work and Gen Z prioritizing self-care, and both generations need to learn from each other to create a healthier workplace culture.

Now That You Know

Donald Trump has been accused of a variety of wrongdoing, including voter suppression, starting an unnecessary war, ignoring the Epstein issue, and increasing prices, and has been called out for his lack of remorse and disregard for the American people.

Keeping The Black Vote Energized

The US's lack of diplomatic consultation with its allies, combined with the Trump administration's recklessness and arrogance, has led to a major decline in confidence in American leadership, and the Black vote in Texas could be critical in the upcoming Senate race.

The Future of Work Is Already Here—And It’s Not What We Were Promised

The future of work is already here, and it looks like insecurity, with low-paying jobs in the care sector and a fragile middle-class professional job market, while the economy rewards those who generate the most wealth.

Student Debt Is Failing Millions. Apprenticeships Offer A Better Way

Apprenticeships offer a better path to economic mobility than student debt, as they allow people to earn while they learn and connect training directly to real jobs and employers.

White House College Sports “Reforms” Would Simply Codify Inequity

The SCORE Act and President Trump's Executive Order would transfer billions in wealth from student athletes to coaches and institutions, grant the NCAA unprecedented control over college athletics, and deny athletes the right to fair representation, while leaving smaller sports programs and institutions behind.

Must Read

The Michael Jackson Biopic Is A Drama Both Onscreen And Off

The new Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," was warmly received in Gary, Indiana, where the pop superstar grew up, and was attended by members of the Jackson family, including his nephew Jaafar, who stars in the film, and his eldest son Prince.