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Author Archives: Jeff Kisling
Faith and mental health
I have no answer here, just questions. Recent experience with those suffering from mental illness have me wondering what role faith might play, both for those who suffer from it, and those who care for them. As one who seems … Continue reading
Plans
Many asked me what my plans were when I retire. At first I would be pretty vague, not sure if they would understand, or perhaps feeling a little uncomfortable explaining about being led by the spirit. But I was pleasantly … Continue reading
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The Genius of Rachel Maddow
One of the advantages of living with my parents temporarily after retirement is access to cable news programs. My sister Lisa introduced me to Rachel Maddow’s radio program when I was in Madison, Wisconsin, many years ago, and I was … Continue reading
Authorization for War
From the Facebook page of Congresswomen Barbara Lee (D-CA), who was the only person to vote against the Authorization for the Use of Military Force, which granted the President the authority to use all “necessary and appropriate force” against those … Continue reading
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Tagged Iowa Yearly Meeting (Conservative), war
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Nahko speaks to water protector youth after the dog attacks
The previous blog post was about Nahko talking to the water protector youth during his concert at Standing Rock last September 8, 2016. Following are further remarks, as he talks to the youth between songs. To put this in context, … Continue reading
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Tagged Nahko, water protectors, youth
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Remember nonviolent direct action is the way to a successful revolution
On this July 4th we are in the midst of a new revolution, a nonviolent revolution. Below is an amazing video of Nahko Bear performing solo at the Water Protectors Youth Concert Sept 8, 2016. He says the resounding message … Continue reading
Posted in #NDAPL, Arts, climate change, Indigenous, peace, revolution, Uncategorized
Tagged Nahko
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More than a change of address
The journey from Indianapolis, Indiana, to the town of Indianola, Iowa, is turning out to be more of a culture shock than I thought it would be. Flags line the streets of the neighborhood my parents, and now I, for … Continue reading
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Caring about other people
Kayla Chadwick recently published an article in the Huffington Post titled “I Don’t Know How To Explain To You That You Should Care About Other People”. She says “I can’t debate someone into caring about what happens to their … Continue reading
End of an Era
Today is my last day at work at Riley Hospital for Children, the day I move out of my apartment, and the day I begin the trip to Iowa. It was difficult to make the decision to retire, when I enjoy … Continue reading
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Tagged North Meadow Friends, Riley Hospital for Children
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Quakers, social justice and revolution 