Politics – A Compelling Voice

January 6 is a remix of the Lost Cause

It is hard to believe we are now marking the fifth anniversary of one of the most shameful days in American history. On January 6, 2021, President Donald Trump incited a violent insurrection at the United States Capitol that resulted in more than 140 law enforcement officers being injured and at least five deaths. The insurrection was aContinue reading “January 6 is a remix of the Lost Cause”

Trying to make sense of nonsense

Just like various biblical figures lamented over evildoers and their injustice, I am lamenting over the election of one who has run the most vile, bigoted and misogynistic presidential campaign in modern history. It’s nonsense to me how so many of my fellow American Christians could gleefully support a man who doesn’t care about anyone butContinue reading “Trying to make sense of nonsense”

Weapons of Mass Distraction

In this very provocative piece, Joel addresses the “elephant” in the room, as it were – Black Republicans who have pledged their allegiance to the Trump-led GOP. According to author Clay Cane, they are engaged in “The Grift” which is a self-serving quest for power and proximity to whiteness.

Practicing Politics Through the Lens of Faith

In this Gravity Commons podcast, Joel Bowman engages in a stimulating conversation about the intersection of faith and politics as we approach what might be the most consequential presidential election in U.S. History. He skillfully draws a comparison between how white evangelicals and Black Christians approach politics differently, and why?

The Big White Lie: Racist propaganda dishonors the image of God

In this piece, Joel Bowman presents a compelling case for how racist political propaganda disrespects the image of God in persons of color. A recent example of such propaganda is the lie that Donald Trump and J.D. Vance have been spreading the regarding Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio.

A vote for Harris is a vote for hope

In this piece, Joel Bowman presents his thoughtful endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency of the United States of America. He contends “While a vote for Donald Trump is a vote for fear and division, a vote for Kamala Harris is a vote for hope and unity.”