When I began college, I struggled with my mental health and adjusting to the new social environment. Feeling the effects of loneliness and my own social shortcomings, I became increasingly bitter. Watching students out of... Read More

In an age when governments prioritize right-wing religious sensitivities over that of fundamental human rights, blasphemy remains a valuable way to undermine such anti-democratic ideologies–often, while having a bit of fun at the same time.... Read More

It’s a scary time to be a trans person in the U.S. Like, more so than usual. In the wake of the public murder of Charlie Kirk, commentators and political figures on the right have... Read More

Humanistic education is a transformative educational approach rooted in the philosophy and psychology of humanism. At its heart lies a deep respect for human dignity and the belief that every child possesses unlimited potential —... Read More

Introduction Religious privilege is unfortunately well established in American society, and the immigration system is no exception. This piece looks at how religion receives special treatment under U.S. immigration law—particularly through visa options like the... Read More

First and foremost, I want to express my deepest condolences to all of Charlie Kirk’s loved ones, as well as to those who witnessed his death firsthand. Losing someone is always painful, but being present... Read More

James Boswell once summed up the tragedy of the LGBT community: we do not have Jewish grandmothers (from "Christianity, Social Tolerance, and Homosexuality," 1980). These “bubbes” are more than matriarchs. They are our elders—keepers of... Read More