Christian speaks out against religious right

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We mustn't lose sight of our gray shades


By Bruce W. Burns



Blue states, red states, even purple states are the color issue of the day. In ethical arguments now, though, it seems we are stuck with either "black" or "white."

One of my goals during years of teaching history and government was leading young people to recognize the existence and power of gray. I eschewed the use of multiple-choice questions in my classes because I felt these questions punished deep thinkers. I wanted my students to be able to see how multiple answers might be correct. Few if any have died of an open mind, while open-mindedness may very well be a lifesaver.

So what has happened to receptive thought?

One of the most difficult situations I have ever faced occurred during the latest political campaign and election. As a Christian throughout my adult life, I now find myself squarely on the other side of the public perception of what Christians stand for today.

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1. Great post... thanks for sharing (n/t)

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2. Yup.

That is the score isn't it? People are on total opposite sides.