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Our Constructive Program
The constructive program is the framework for building the new social order (integral nonviolence). If we were to begin planning, what might be the constructive program of Iowa Yearly Meeting (Conservative)? Here is a modification from “The Gandhian Iceberg”: Honoring … Continue reading
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Satyagraha Fundamentals
I’ve read and written about the part of the iceberg underwater (self-purification) and the part above water (constructive program) from “The Gandhian Iceberg” by Chris Moore-Backman. Now I am reading about the tip of the iceberg, nonviolent resistance or satyagraha. … Continue reading
Is There a Nonviolent Path to a Livable Future?
This is an interview with author Chris Moore-Backman about his book, “The Gandhian Iceberg” from Truth Out. “A growing number of changemakers have begun using the phrase integral nonviolence to distinguish the integrated, life-encompassing philosophy and practice that Gandhi taught … Continue reading
First Principle of Nonviolence
Continuing to study “The Gandhian Iceberg”, I was surprised to read the first principle of nonviolence is “the defense and preservation of one’s self-respect/honor/dignity”. “Those moments when our personal dignity is threatened, what I call ‘Rosa Parks moments,’ are absolutely … Continue reading
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