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A Whiter Version of Memory: The Erasure of Black Soldiers at Margraten
I recently visited the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten, where nearly 8,300 American soldiers from World War II are buried. It’s a beautiful, solemn place. It’s also now the site of a disturbing controversy. In spring 2025, two panels were… Continue reading
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The Sermon on the Mount and the LDS Divide
Immigration, Discipleship, and Moral Responsibility In “Divided by the Sermon on the Mount,” legal scholar David Skeel argues that contemporary public conflict is not merely political but theological, rooted in divergent interpretations of Jesus’ teachings in the Sermon on the… Continue reading
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From Fear to Facts: Socialism and Narrative Construction
A recent Deseret News article reported that 51 percent of Utah Democrats view “socialism” favorably and that 70 percent view “democratic socialism” positively. The tone of the piece is clear: this trend is worrying, even dangerous, and likely the result… Continue reading
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Reproduction as a Racial Asset: Population Panic, White Anxiety, and the State
Moral panics thrive where uncertainty meets ideology [1]. The recent anxiety over declining birthrates is a perfect example. On the surface, it sounds practical — a call to strengthen families, have more children, and secure the nation’s future. But beneath… Continue reading
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Conservative Dads: Bring Home the Bacon, Fry It Up in a Pan
Imagine a headline that asked: “Are conservative fathers embracing the Superdad ideal?” Picture an article about men who work part-time, have full-time careers, or stay home with the kids. Hard to imagine? That’s because we rarely talk about fathers like… Continue reading
The Little Stream: Where Soul Meets Society — Reflections on Well-Being, Religion, and Power 