We will continue our theme for the month of Side with Love, as we draw inspiration from the life of Sarah Keys Evans in a celebration of African American History month. Sarah Keys Evans modeled a non violence approach to siding against injustice and oppression. As UU’s, we are called to side with love against injustice, oppression, and acts of violence everywhere, particularly the epidemic of gun violence that plagues our culture today.
“Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion: The Wisdom of Jonathan Haidt”
Dr. Michael Sullivan will be presenting a creative understanding of why good people are divided by politics and religion. It is based on the work of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. Dr. Haidt concludes that “morality binds and blinds”. Using the six foundations of morality derived from his research, we can gain a better understanding of “the righteous mind” that everyone has. This can help bridge political and religious divides and promote greater respect for opposing views.