by Drick Boyd | Sep 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
When I was growing up in the 1960’s my father and I would often have vigorous discussions and debates (some called them arguments) about the issues of the day. This was the era of Civil Rights, the Vietnam War, the Women’s Liberation movement and so much more. My...
by Drick Boyd | Sep 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
The Sept/October issue of PRISM, a journal of Evangelicals for Social Action, contains an article I have written on the link between militarism abroad and gun violence at home. Check it out.
by Drick Boyd | Aug 20, 2009 | Uncategorized
A sideshow to the ongoing debate about healthcare reform is the fact that protestors have now begun to show up with guns. If you haven’t seen it, you need to watch Chris Matthews’ (Hardball) interview with William Costic [I believe that was his name, but am not sure],...
by Drick Boyd | Aug 14, 2009 | Uncategorized
During this week of August 9-15 I have been travelling through southern Ohio studying the pre-Civil War anti-slavery movement and the Underground Railroad (UGRR). This trip was prompted by a small note in my family history I had found, which indicated that two of my...
by Drick Boyd | Aug 12, 2009 | Uncategorized
I must admit I am mystified by the vehemence and the vitriol that appears to be getting stirred up over the proposal to develop a universal health care system. Providing access to health care for everyone in this country seems like a no-brainer, and something long...
by Drick Boyd | Jul 22, 2009 | Uncategorized
The term “preferential option for the poor” is a term bandied about by theologians and educators alike, especially those who have an interest and commitment to bettering the life conditions and opportunities of those who benefit least and suffer the most in our...
