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Vive Le Tour de France … Femmes!

Vive Le Tour de France … Femmes!

Jun 16, 2022 |

Brief #139 – Foreign Policy
By Reilly Fitzgerald

The Tour de France is the pinnacle of professional cycling. It is the highest level of competition on the biggest stage in the world, in one of the toughest endurance sports out there. Until now, it has been strictly for men. This 21-day stage race has taken place almost every summer since 1903 – with some breaks in competition for the two world wars which devastated much of France. Like many other major sporting competitions, the Tour de France is a 21-day period of time for France to show off its many glorious features.

TV viewers and spectators alike are treated to dazzling images of the Alps and Pyrennees mountains, views over the Atlantic and Mediterranean, mass celebrations and French heroics on Bastille Day, and to end it all – a massive sprint finish down the Champs Elysees in the heart of Paris at dusk with views of the Seine, the Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe.

The Ukraine Crisis: Situation Update #9

The Ukraine Crisis: Situation Update #9

Jun 13, 2022 |

Brief #137 – Foreign Policy
By Abran C

Over 100 days into Russia’s war on Ukraine, there is still no end in sight. Russia now controls a large swath of Ukrainian territory that extends from around Ukraine’s second city of Kharkiv, through the separatist-held cities of Donetsk and Luhansk, and westward to the city of Kherson, forming a land bridge linking the captured territory to the Crimean peninsula.

Should Religious Organizations Continue To Receive Federal Grants For Social Service Programs?

Should Religious Organizations Continue To Receive Federal Grants For Social Service Programs?

Jun 7, 2022 |

Brief #188 – Civil Rights
By Rodney A. Maggay

On August 31, 2021 H.R. 5129 was introduced in the House of Representatives. The bill was the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Modernization Act of 2022. This bill reauthorized a continued funding of the Community Services Block Grant Program which makes grants to States, territories, Indian tribes and other non – governmental entities for government programs to help reduce poverty, empower residents of low – income communities and encourage businesses and other organizations to expand opportunities for all individuals. Included in organizations that are eligible for these grants are faith – based organizations (FBO).

Guns Now Leading Cause of Death for Children

Guns Now Leading Cause of Death for Children

May 25, 2022 |

Brief #152 – Health & Gender Policy
By Lynn Waldsmith

It’s a shocking statistic that should make every American pause and reflect: guns are now the leading cause of death for children in the United States.

Let that sink in. According to the CDC, firearms became the leading cause of death for kids one and older in 2020, marking the first time that motor vehicle crashes have not been the number one cause of death.

Support for the Separation of Church and State Should be Part of the Democrats Platform in the 2022 Mid-terms

Support for the Separation of Church and State Should be Part of the Democrats Platform in the 2022 Mid-terms

May 19, 2022 |

U.S. RESIST OP ED

In the upcoming Congressional elections Democrats should emphasize their commitment to supporting a democratic pluralistic society that respects individual rights, and the principle of separation of church and state, and how not showing support for these values opens the doors for outlawing abortions, banning books and other culture war issues.

Therapeutic Effect of Classical Music After a Pandemic

Therapeutic Effect of Classical Music After a Pandemic

May 19, 2022 |

Brief #150 – Health & Gender Policy
By Yelena Korshunov

Two years of the pandemic drastically affected our life. Although the COVID-19 curve recently increased, we are eager to make steps toward revival. Theaters opened doors for the public in the 2021/22 season, museums welcomed visitors, and indoor performances became more frequent. We want to have our pre-pandemic routine back.

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