#justice and equality

[amirhashmilive]

ब्राह्मणवाद का ऐतिहासिक उद्गम और प्रभाव

ब्राह्मणों का इतिहास भारत के प्राचीन समाज के निर्माण और विकास से जुड़ा हुआ है। ब्राह्मणों को समाज में एक उच्च स्थान प्राप्त था और उन्हें वैदिक यज्ञों, धार्मिक अनुष्ठानों और शिक्षा का संरक्षक माना जाता था। इस आर्टिकल में हम ब्राह्मणों की उत्पत्ति, जाति और वर्ण व्यवस्था की स्थापना, इसके राजनीतिक और सामाजिक प्रभाव, महात्मा गांधी और डॉ. बी. आर. अंबेडकर द्वारा ब्राह्मणवाद के विरुद्ध संघर्ष, और निम्न…

[selfvaluemagazine]

Self Value Magazine

[hindusforhumanrights]

Human Rights Organizations Urge American and Australian Governments to Address Transnational Repression During Quad Meeting

As organizations dedicated to fighting for justice, equality, and human rights around the world, we call on President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to publicly and privately raise concerns about the increasing  pattern of transnational repression from the Indian government when they meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during this weekend’s Quad Summit. Biden and Albanese must make clear that any security relationship cannot come at the expense of the security and rights of Americans, Australians, and Indians. Learn Full Story- https://www.hindusforhumanrights.org/en/blog/human-rights-organizations-urge-american-and-australian-governments-to-address-transnational-repression-during-quad-meeting

[perplexingly]

Spirit companions

[alwaysbewoke]

[spoiledbratblog]

[worldwatcher3072]

Constitution Matters: Understanding the First Amendment and Its Essential Protections

Welcome to the "Constitution Matters" series, where we explore the significance of the United States Constitution and its enduring relevance in our lives. In this installment, we delve into the First Amendment, a cornerstone of our democratic society that guarantees crucial freedoms and protections to every citizen. Let's take a closer look at the scope and importance of this constitutional amendment.

The First Amendment: Protecting Our Fundamental Freedoms

The First Amendment of the United States Constitution stands as a testament to the values upon which our nation was built: freedom of speech, religion, the press, the right to peacefully assemble, and the right to petition the government. These five fundamental freedoms collectively form the bedrock of our democratic society, ensuring that every citizen has the opportunity to express themselves, participate in public discourse, and hold those in power accountable.

Freedom of Speech: The Power of Expression

At the heart of the First Amendment lies the freedom of speech. This precious right empowers individuals to speak their minds, express their beliefs, and share their ideas without fear of censorship or reprisal. It encompasses a wide range of speech, from political debates to artistic expressions, from peaceful protests to critical discussions. The freedom of speech encourages robust public discourse, fosters innovation, and facilitates progress by allowing the clash of diverse viewpoints and ideas.

Freedom of Religion: Protecting Our Spiritual Autonomy

The First Amendment's protection of religious freedom ensures that every individual has the right to practice their chosen religion or follow no religion at all. It prohibits the government from establishing an official religion and ensures that individuals are free to worship according to their conscience. This guarantee of religious freedom promotes diversity, tolerance, and mutual respect, creating a society that embraces different faiths and beliefs.

Freedom of the Press: A Watchdog for Democracy

The freedom of the press is a vital component of a thriving democracy. It empowers journalists and media organizations to serve as watchdogs, holding those in power accountable and informing the public. A free press plays a crucial role in uncovering truths, exposing wrongdoing, and facilitating an informed citizenry. By protecting the freedom of the press, the First Amendment safeguards our access to information and helps preserve the checks and balances necessary for a healthy democracy.

Right to Peacefully Assemble: Amplifying Voices, Sparking Change

The right to peacefully assemble allows individuals to come together, united by a common cause or shared concerns. Peaceful protests, rallies, and public meetings enable citizens to exercise their collective voice, advocate for social change, and seek redress from the government. This aspect of the First Amendment underscores the significance of civic engagement and highlights the power of unity in shaping a more just and equitable society.

Right to Petition the Government: A Voice for Change

The right to petition the government ensures that every citizen has the opportunity to address grievances, express concerns, and seek resolution. It provides a means to communicate with public officials, voice opinions, and participate in the democratic process. By guaranteeing this right, the First Amendment affirms that the government should be responsive to the needs and aspirations of its people.

Embracing the First Amendment's Promise

The First Amendment's scope extends beyond mere words on paper; it embodies the spirit of liberty, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives can flourish, where ideas can be debated openly, and where progress can be achieved through the exchange of thoughts and beliefs. It empowers individuals to challenge the status quo, to question authority, and to contribute to the shaping of a more inclusive and just society. As we navigate the complexities of the modern world, let us remember the profound importance of the First Amendment and actively uphold these freedoms, for they are not only our birthright but the essence of our democratic ideals. By embracing the promise of the First Amendment, we can ensure that our nation continues to be a beacon of freedom, opportunity, and progress for generations to come. Constitution matters, and the First Amendment remains a guiding light on our collective journey toward a more perfect union

[izooks]

Is there equal justice under the law?

If he is found guilty of any of the 90 charges against him and doesn’t spend a day in jail then the system is corrupt.

[infamous-if]

what is it with your story that people are always trying to find a love triangle in the routes? lmao

i kinda get it tbh i dont shy away from showing that other characters are attracted to the ROs but i mean what do you expect when playing with a cast like this lmahxsksjs but it doesnt mean that it means anything deeper in the greater narrative

😭hopefully it comforts people that i absolutely hate love triangles. it is my most behated thing in literature i avoid reading books with love triangles i avoid watching movies with love triangles i (mostly) avoid writing love triangles they're just not for me !!!

[floral-ashes]

Remember—in the end, people aren’t remembered because they’re the most important, they get remembered because they wrote on clay tablets when everybody else used degradable materials.

[palatinewolfsblog]

"Equal rights for all. Special privileges for none." Thomas Jefferson.

[ihhfhonao3]

I’m a firm believer in the passive and small acts of activism.

You’re actively fighting capitalism by resting and taking a break. You’re actively fighting homophobia by wearing a rainbow pin to signify to others your allyship. You’re actively fighting climate change by air drying your hands after washing them. You’re actively fighting childism by letting a minor talk to you about how they’re doing. You’re actively fighting oppressive systems by simply existing.

There have always been others like you, and there always will be others like you. Your existence is rebellion. As long as you’re alive, conservatives and bigots have lost.

You’re a rebel. You’re a warrior. You’re a fighter. And you don’t even know it.

[hypewinter]

As Danny crept down the hall it quickly became apparent that this was not in fact a ghost containment facility. He made a mental note to remind Skulker to double check the locations he scouted when he got back. For now though, his curiosity was peaked and Danny phased into a nearby room to figure out just what kind of facility this was.

As he entered the room, he came face to face with some kind of pod labeled Kr in big bold letters. Behind the glass was a boy dressed in some sort of white suit with the Superman symbol on it. Oh no. Had he wandered into a villain lair that had kidnapped the son of Superman!? Wait.... did Superman have a son?

Danny checked around the room and found a console to the side. After a bit of hacking (thank you Tucker) he found out that this was apparently some type of cloning project. Welp that was all he needed to know. He immediately opened the hatch to release the clone. Ellie would never forgive him if he left the poor guy here. Danny stood in front of the pod, ready for a groggy clone to wonder where he was. What he didn't expect was for said clone's eyes to fling open and for him to start lunging at him.

He easily sidestepped Mr. Kr before quipping, "If I had a nickel for every time a clone attacked me, I'd only have two nickels. Which isn't a lot but it's weird that it happened twice."

The clone rounded and went to attack Danny again. Though calling it "attacking" might have been too generous. In reality, the clone was just wildly swinging his arms so after dodging a few more times, Danny simply grabbed hold of him and subdued him in a tight grip.

"It's alright, I get it," he said. "You get cranky when you're woken up, I do too. I'll tell ya what, I'll let ya have your beauty rest."

With that, Danny located the pressure point Pandora had taught him about and waited until he felt the weight of the clone slump against him. From there, he easily swung the guy over his shoulder. "Welp, guess it's time to head home," he announced to the empty room. "Ellie will be ecstatic to have a new brother." Danny turned and opened a portal before stepping through.

[alwaysbewoke]

[puppetmaster13u]

Prompt 68

Danny stares up up up at the being cooing down at him, a mass of eyes and tendrils and whatever else twisting in and out of portals, shattering to sand and reforming, buckling into a smaller shape and expanding in an ever moving form. This was not what he was expecting when Clockwork offered to introduce him to Chaos, but maybe he shouldn’t be so surprised. 

Bonus DPxDC crossover: Clockwork introduced his lil baby ghostling to his old friend Chaos so they can set up playdates between their two kids. Klarion and Teekl are now being spotted with a white-haired boy and a green puppy that can go giant and monstrous like Teekle, to Young Justice’s (And the league’s) concern

[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

MLK at 95.

January 15, 2024

ROBERT B. HUBBELL

Martin Luther King, Jr. was born 95 years ago on January 15, 1929. As a Baptist minister, he advocated non-violence while promoting civil rights. He spoke for the poor, the oppressed, and the disenfranchised. While he was imprisoned in a Birmingham jail for protesting segregation, he responded to eight white ministers who had criticized him for participating in protests that they described as “unwise and untimely.”

Dr. King’s famous reply to the white ministers explained why he traveled to Birmingham from Atlanta to protest:

I cannot sit idly by in Atlanta and not be concerned about what happens in Birmingham. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly. Never again can we afford to live with the narrow, provincial outside agitator" idea. Anyone who lives inside the United States can never be considered an outsider.

While Dr. King was keenly aware of the racism that served as the understructure of the Christian church in the old South, he would be shocked by the virulent, mean-spirited, anti-Christian message that animates many (not all) evangelical congregations in America today. They form the backbone of Donald Trump's support in Iowa and beyond. They have adopted Trump's message that treats the poor, oppressed, and disenfranchised as “outsiders” and “others” who do not belong in America.

Over the last several days, we have learned that members of the Texas National Guard physically blocked federal Border Patrol agents from responding to reports of immigrants in distress in the Rio Grande. The bodies of a mother and two children were later recovered from the river in the area where immigrants were reported to be in distress.

Texas, of course, denies that its cruel actions caused the drownings—a denial that should be viewed skeptically from a state whose governor—Greg Abbott—recently commented Texas troopers could not shoot immigrants crossing the border because the troopers would be charged with murder by the Biden administration. Texas governor criticized after comment about shooting migrants | The Texas Tribune.

Similar animus underlies the recent comments of Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, who withdrew Mississippi from a federal program to provide food to school children during summer breaks. Governor Reeves said Mississippi withdrew from the program to fight “attempts to expand the welfare state.”

Blocking efforts to rescue a drowning mother and her children? Regretting the inability to shoot immigrants because it would be murder? Denying food to poor children out of spite? Who are these people? How do they look at themselves in the mirror?

Ninety-five years after Dr. King’s birth and fifty-five years after his death, it is difficult to believe that people who identify as upstanding members of the Christian church can support such actions.

Another section from Dr. King’s Letter from a Birmingham Jail is relevant to this moment in our nation’s history:

But the judgment of God is upon the church as never before. If the church of today does not recapture the sacrificial spirit of the early church, it will lose its authentic ring, forfeit the loyalty of millions, and be dismissed as an irrelevant social club with no meaning for the twentieth century. I meet young people every day whose disappointment with the church has risen to outright disgust.

Dr. King’s words were prophetic. See Pew Research (10/17/19) In U.S., Decline of Christianity Continues at Rapid Pace.

And, of course, as Dr. King recognized, “there are some notable exceptions” among church leaders who supported his work—just as there are exceptions today. Several readers have recommended Faithful America as an antidote to Christian nationalism. The organization’s helpful FAQ page explains why “Christian nationalism” is not Christian. See Resisting Christian Nationalism: FAQ + Resources | Faithful America.

On this day commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birth, we can see how far we have come—and how much further we must go. He didn’t despair. Neither should we.

Robert B. Hubbell Newsletter