Since America’s 2008 financial crisis, independent journalist Sarah Jaffe argued that social movements have gained a new and powerful influence. Fueled by disdain toward capitalism and the state of American politics, she said, citizens no
As assistant professor of religion at Trinity University and a 2018 Interfaith Leadership Institute keynote speaker, Simran Singh connects with America’s youth, both as an educator and observer. His interactions, he said, give him hope
As a scholar of African-American social thought, Corey D. B. Walker has traced the history of black political discourse and its influence on American democracy. Through his studies of American triumph and strife, Walker concludes
Shaun King In July 2016, a video of an African-American man pulled over for a traffic stop surfaced on social media. The video depicted the man, Philando Castile, being shot by a police officer while reaching
Every day, Sally Kohn’s career challenges her to listen to and respect different opinions. As a writer, progressive activist and CNN political commentator, Kohn’s work requires her to be constantly mindful, and in the public sphere,
In the 19th century, French organ builder Aristide Cavaillé-Coll rose to prominence as a master of his craft. Cavaillé-Coll traveled around Europe building organs capable of filling large cathedrals and concert halls with rich sound,
As a seasoned historian and W.E. Smith Professor of History at Miami University in Ohio, Steven Conn has studied the origin of American intellectual ideas. Current events and beliefs shock the public, but Conn understands
As senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, the Rev. Otis Moss III leads more than 8,500 congregants MOSS in prayer and worship. Within this role, he preaches for racial equality and
The work of musician Leonard Bernstein illustrates a deep understanding of both classical music and musical theater. From West Side Story to Candide, Bernstein demonstrated his sweeping knowledge of the arts with each composition he
Interfaith dialogue is a routine aspect of Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky’s career, both as Appleman Professor of Midrash and Interreligious Studies at the Jewish Theological Seminary and as a director at the seminary’s Milstein Center
Though Russia is no longer subject to strict communist controls, its presidents have still sought out nationwide approval. Part of maintaining power and garnering popularity as president, according to Ori Z. Soltes, is recognizing the
Johnnetta Cole has studied a variety of disciplines throughout her life, from African-American studies to women’s issues. However, at her core, she considers herself an anthropologist, a position she believes has enlightened her perspective on
Though religion in Russia never truly disappeared, not all faith traditions were welcomed. Under Soviet control, there was a definite line between accepted beliefs and oppressed religious minorities. At 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, in
The end of the tsarist rule and shift to Soviet control marked a dramatic change in Russian leadership and politics. Royal Russian families no longer held power, giving rise to independent communist rulers. But despite
In the spirit of Russian organ music, Jared Jacobsen wanted to capture the enchantment and fine detail produced by Russian composers. To do so, he stepped beyond the musical realm and drew inspiration from famous
During the Cold War, the term “godless Russia” was used by some Americans who perceived the Soviet Union strictly as an atheist nation. But Ori Z. Soltes, professor and lifelong scholar, would argue that Russian