As the Light of the World Seems to Flicker

As the Light of the world seems to flicker, the Light of art shines more brightly. Following are some seemingly disparate examples of Light. But they are all interconnected, as we are all interconnected. Poetry I have resigned as poetry editor of The New York Times Magazine. The Israeli state's U.S-backed war against the people of … Continue reading As the Light of the World Seems to Flicker →

‘A textbook case of genocide’

I was raised in Quaker communities where men refused to participate in the military draft, knowing they would likely be imprisoned as a result. And many of them were. I am also a draft resister. I've lived and prayed in many ways to promote peace my entire life. But I am physically and mentally sickened … Continue reading ‘A textbook case of genocide’ →

Siding with peace in the Middle East

My friend, Bridget Moix, General Secretary of the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) just wrote Siding with peace in the Middle East, The future for Palestinians and Israelis is being erased each passing day, published on Religious News, October 30, 2023. Pope Francis said it well: “War does not solve any problem, it only … Continue reading Siding with peace in the Middle East →

FCNL and AFSC on Gaza and Israel

Quakers are blessed to have two national/international organizations with excellent people to educate us and suggest ways we can respond to significant events such as the Israeli-Palestinian war. Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) Dear Friends,As new tragedy unfolds daily in Israel and Gaza, it is urgent that members of Congress call for an immediate … Continue reading FCNL and AFSC on Gaza and Israel →