Thank you Cameron for this powerful. Truth telling reflection. Years ago I learned from dear Jewish friends that the Shekinah, the Divine Feminine, withdrew and went into exile because of the way She had been consistently demeaned. It is my deep desire that we begin/continue to turn our hearts towards the Divine Feminine Presence and Her values, in whatever manner She has manifested, Mother Mary in the Christian tradition for instance.
With much gratitude for your presence, wisdom and courage.
What we do is more of what we've always done: we go sideways, only bigger and more intentionally. We build stronger communities. We Cultivate neighborhood collectives, coops, social clubs, civic organizations, and bolster our networks with loving and compassionate purpose. We cannot wait for things to change at the top. "Let them," as is said these days, and we do our work to be the net. We love. We see what is working and we elevate that! And this IS happening.
You nailed it. All Trump's core supporters care about is hurting the people they have been brainwashed to think are their enemies. Any Epstein revelations will have little impact on them. The challenge for us Christians is how to love these people anyway. Bernie is a good role model. He goes to Red states and meets face-to-face with Trump supporters, talks to them about what he believes and they say, "I had no idea. I just heard you were an evil communist." How can the rest of us respectfully engage Trump supporters?
I agree 100%...and I'm more curious as to why so many "doctors and medical professionals" seem to be showing up on social media (my algorithm, anyway) explaining why Trump has dementia, and other MAJOR medical issues. Is this a similar distraction or a pivot away from Epstein to what truly might 'bring him down' as they say.
Reverend—thank you—i agree. Im 82 now and see the choice in this time in this nation starkly—choose a culture of life—or one of death. This is a moral-spiritual-life affirming choice—. Thank you for being you—for all/you do—saw you on Meg s Life is Calling class a few days ago. Yes—to Life. That is the choice.
Than you for this thoughtful and wise post, Cameron. I agree with you 100%! We've seen his abusive patterns way before he was elected for his first term. According to him, those around him, and those who voted for him, it was 'okay to grab women....' and 'shoot anyone on 5th ave'.
Being able to identify and call out inappropriate behavior requires individual awareness, courage, skill, and a culture that supports it. Also, we have to recognize how hard, and emotionally risky it can feel to let go of power and to take it on. One of the reasons I am passionate about using improv in healthcare is b/c when facilitated properly, it provides people with positive experiences sharing power on both ends of the spectrum. In my mind, this must be part of longterm, meaningful change!
A few years ago I wrote about a 'no innocent bystander' policy as part of a systemic solution to pervasive bullying in healthcare, which may be of interest.
I unfortunately share your conclusions. Nothing short of an intervention from God is going to change the moral compass of those who support Trump. Regardless of political affiliation, we must hold our leaders to a higher standard (or at least some standard).
I suggest, with respect, that you missed Reverend Trimble’s key point. Every single one of us is called to participate in building a just and peaceful society. Whether we are actively engaging in peaceful resistance, supporting candidates who respect the Constitution, or striving to show compassion to everyone we encounter, each one of us is called daily to love the world and care for each other. 🌎 ☮️ 💖🕊️
I did not discount that fact that we must engage. After actively working with people who support Trump over the last 8 years, I am convinced that only God can change their hearts, That does not discount my need to love.
Those who participate in the abuse and trafficking of young girls should not be president.
Thank you Cameron for this powerful. Truth telling reflection. Years ago I learned from dear Jewish friends that the Shekinah, the Divine Feminine, withdrew and went into exile because of the way She had been consistently demeaned. It is my deep desire that we begin/continue to turn our hearts towards the Divine Feminine Presence and Her values, in whatever manner She has manifested, Mother Mary in the Christian tradition for instance.
With much gratitude for your presence, wisdom and courage.
What we do is more of what we've always done: we go sideways, only bigger and more intentionally. We build stronger communities. We Cultivate neighborhood collectives, coops, social clubs, civic organizations, and bolster our networks with loving and compassionate purpose. We cannot wait for things to change at the top. "Let them," as is said these days, and we do our work to be the net. We love. We see what is working and we elevate that! And this IS happening.
You nailed it. All Trump's core supporters care about is hurting the people they have been brainwashed to think are their enemies. Any Epstein revelations will have little impact on them. The challenge for us Christians is how to love these people anyway. Bernie is a good role model. He goes to Red states and meets face-to-face with Trump supporters, talks to them about what he believes and they say, "I had no idea. I just heard you were an evil communist." How can the rest of us respectfully engage Trump supporters?
I agree 100%...and I'm more curious as to why so many "doctors and medical professionals" seem to be showing up on social media (my algorithm, anyway) explaining why Trump has dementia, and other MAJOR medical issues. Is this a similar distraction or a pivot away from Epstein to what truly might 'bring him down' as they say.
https://open.substack.com/pub/davidofallon/p/a-culture-for-life
Reverend—thank you—i agree. Im 82 now and see the choice in this time in this nation starkly—choose a culture of life—or one of death. This is a moral-spiritual-life affirming choice—. Thank you for being you—for all/you do—saw you on Meg s Life is Calling class a few days ago. Yes—to Life. That is the choice.
We know what “they“ do.
“Moral failure,” not new news.
On us, what we’ll do.
Than you for this thoughtful and wise post, Cameron. I agree with you 100%! We've seen his abusive patterns way before he was elected for his first term. According to him, those around him, and those who voted for him, it was 'okay to grab women....' and 'shoot anyone on 5th ave'.
Being able to identify and call out inappropriate behavior requires individual awareness, courage, skill, and a culture that supports it. Also, we have to recognize how hard, and emotionally risky it can feel to let go of power and to take it on. One of the reasons I am passionate about using improv in healthcare is b/c when facilitated properly, it provides people with positive experiences sharing power on both ends of the spectrum. In my mind, this must be part of longterm, meaningful change!
A few years ago I wrote about a 'no innocent bystander' policy as part of a systemic solution to pervasive bullying in healthcare, which may be of interest.
https://www.healthecareers.com/nccpa/career-resources/on-the-job/3-ways-a-no-innocent-bystander-strategy-promotes-healthy-power-dynamics-in-healthcare-teams.
Both sides call people to be courageous. However, it is courageous denial vs courageous truth. Denial is hard to break.
I unfortunately share your conclusions. Nothing short of an intervention from God is going to change the moral compass of those who support Trump. Regardless of political affiliation, we must hold our leaders to a higher standard (or at least some standard).
I suggest, with respect, that you missed Reverend Trimble’s key point. Every single one of us is called to participate in building a just and peaceful society. Whether we are actively engaging in peaceful resistance, supporting candidates who respect the Constitution, or striving to show compassion to everyone we encounter, each one of us is called daily to love the world and care for each other. 🌎 ☮️ 💖🕊️
I did not discount that fact that we must engage. After actively working with people who support Trump over the last 8 years, I am convinced that only God can change their hearts, That does not discount my need to love.
I believe that James Baldwin wrote/said: the truth will set you free, but first it will make you miserable.
Unfortunately you’ve nailed it.
Unless someone somehow manages to set the record straight and SCOTUS has pretty much closed that door.