Tag: justice
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The Merchants of Division: Faith, Fanaticism, and Rationality
For decades we have appealed for national unity, peaceful coexistence, and rational public discourse. Yet fanaticism, intolerance, and hate continue to poison our civic space. Is religion truly the problem—or is it those who misuse it? A personal reflection on faith, reason, and the politics of division
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Ageb and Eb, are these words alive in our languages!
I have talked and written hundreds of essays about reconciliation; the website I founded carried the slogan of reconciliation as a guiding principle. That’s because I believe it’s a vital precondition for a peaceful coexistence, unity, and stability. And citizens must be aware of the different social components—their culture, values, and grievances. Reconciliation requires awareness,…
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The Courage to Be Eritrean: Navigating a Moment of Crisis
Eritrea stands at a precipice, a chasm in the unfolding narrative of our nation. This juncture demands not merely the reflex of action, but a descent into the very core of our being—a profound interrogation of what it means to be Eritrean. As the shadow of Ethiopia’s threatened war for Assab looms, we are compelled…