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National Threats: Youth Pastors, Toddlers, and White Americans

May 13th, 2016

Do you feel like America is a safe place? Not the sort of safe space a college student might ask for, but a country where you can feel free to live your life without fear of being physically harmed. Continue Reading »

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Should the Methodist Church Accept Gay People?

May 11th, 2016

The United Methodist Church is currently facing some difficult questions on the issue of homosexuality. While most Protestants have become more accepting in recent years, the Methodist Church continues to condemn it. Continue Reading »

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State Trooper Fired for Proselytizing On Job

April 27th, 2016

A driver was pulled over by Officer Brian Hamilton in January for speeding. He then asked her if she had "been saved" and invited her to his church, even providing her driving directions. Continue Reading »

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Chick-Fil-A and How Politics Mix With Business

April 19th, 2016

It can be advantageous to associate your business with a political stance. It's a great way to distinguish your brand. Loudly voicing an opinion is also quintessentially American. However, you should tread carefully. Continue Reading »

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Pope Francis Makes It Clear: Gay Marriage "Not in God's Plan"

April 13th, 2016

Pope Francis recently published a highly-anticipated paper about Catholic values, and while many expected a more progressive stance on same-sex marriage, he came down firmly opposed. Continue Reading »

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Should We Allow the Death Penalty?

March 30th, 2016

Is the death penalty a just consequence for attempted murder? What if the victim herself denounces its usage? Should the judge side with the victim's wishes, or with the traditional application of the law? Continue Reading »

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Should Kids Be Taught Sex-Ed in School?

March 24th, 2016

While teaching sex education is seen as a good idea by most, there are some who do not approve of it being taught in schools. Those who do not approve fail to recognize the numerous benefits of teaching sex-ed to kids. Continue Reading »

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Pope Says Donald Trump isn't Christian - Does It Matter?

February 29th, 2016

We seem to have gotten to the point where whenever Donald Trump says something controversial, it no longer surprises us. So many were not surprised when Pope Francis said he's not a Christian. Continue Reading »

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Are People Declared "Brain Dead" Truly Deceased?

February 29th, 2016

What does 'pro-life' mean? What happens when a person is declared brain dead, but the family refuses to take him or her off of life support? When we all have a right to life, how far does that extend? Continue Reading »

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Idaho Wants Bible as Science Text

February 29th, 2016

Republicans in Idaho are looking to use the Bible as a classroom reference tool. Senator Nuxoll is introducing a bill that will allow public schools to refer to the Bible as a reference in a wide variety of subjects. Continue Reading »

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