Here we are again. This time racism emerges in explicit form — complete with KKK and Nazi metaphors and symbols. The events of this past weekend in Charlottesville, VA at the “unite the right” rally are yet one more time we need to stand vigilantly and clearly against racism. Some resources which are emerging. Here is James Martin (and a list below the video of other resources):
- James Martin, SJ of America Magazine making clear that white supremacy is sinful
- the president of Louisville Seminary, Michael Jinkins, responds
- a litany against white supremacy
- Eyewitness reports
- resources for teaching (the #CharlottesvilleCurriculum)
- Marlon James’ note
- how anti-semitism animates white nationalism
- from our local Lutheran bishop
- from various Catholic bishops
- from SFTS
- from the president of Seattle University
- a statement from the AAR