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Full
Inclusion Taskforce
This taskforce focuses on
justice issues surrounding the full inclusion of gay, lesbian, bisexual
and transgender people of faith in the PC(USA). For more information,
call Carol Untch,
724-272-9722.
Book Reviews
Readings for Diversity and Social
Justice: An Anthology on Racism, Sexism, Classism, Anti-Semitism,
Heterosexsm, and Ableism, by Maurianne Adams, Warren Blumenfeld,
Ximena Zuniga, Madeline Peters, and Heather Hackman, eds.
Book reviewed by Ashley Birt. The perfect
resource for anyone interested in diversity and equality, and to open up
an intelligent dialogue on the state of social justice in America. This
book takes a look at favoritism and bias in America through the lenses
of sex, class, religion, sexuality, and ability. Moving beyond generic
conversation, it brings up combination issues, such as the perceptions
of minorities in the gay community and the connection between race and
socio-economic standing. A wide variety of articles ensures that no
subject is skipped—ending with suggestions for how to break the –ism
cycle.
Religion Gone Bad: The Hidden Dangers
of The Christian Right, by Mel White
Book reviewed by Wayne Benson. Ever
wondered where the idea of a Homosexual Agenda originated? Mel tells you
the story, as well as many insights into some of the leaders of the
Religious Right such as James Dobson, the late Jerry Falwell, Pat
Robertson and D. James Kennedy. He worked for most of them as a
ghost-writer, speechwriter, and media consultant before he came to terms
with his own sexuality, after which he was persona non grata with
this crowd. He also tells of the development of his organization,
Soulforce, and the need to counteract the lies of the right with the
TRUTH.
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