NEWS STORY
RNS-Harrison-Q&A: DNC Chair Jaime Harrison: ‘I’m happy to take the role that the Lord has given me’
(RNS) — Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison sat with Religion News Service (virtually) this month to discuss his plans for the Democratic Party, his thoughts about the intersection of religion and politics and the role of his own faith in his work. By Jack Jenkins. 1,371 words. (category: a)
NEW STORY
RNS-Pastor-Plagiarism: ‘If you have eyes, plagiarize’: When borrowing from another preacher goes to far
(RNS) — A former Tennessee pastor fired for plagiarism resurfaced at a Michigan church and began plagiarizing again. His story raises question of whether borrowing from other preachers – a common practice— goes too far. By Bob Smietana. 1,400 words. (categories: A)
NEWS STORY
RNS-Ramadan-Home: For California Muslims – A Ramadan approaching normal
(RNS) —As California begins to chart a path to a future beyond the COVID-19 pandemic many Muslims are enjoying a Ramadan that is closer to normal. A recent Supreme Court ruling, a well subscribed vaccination campaign, and dropping COVID-19 transmission numbers mean for many in the Golden State this Ramadan has been closer to normal. By Joseph Hammond. 700 words (categories: a)
COMMENTARY
RNS-Pashman-Oped: In Poway and Pittsburgh, mayors join fight against hate after synagogue attacks
(RNS) — The U.S. Conference of Mayors boasts dozens of committees and task forces devoted to issues such as criminal justice, the environment, energy and homelessness. But in recent years, an unofficial committee has coalesced, made up of mayors who spring into action, reaching out to colleagues with advice based on their own crushing experience in an event that cost multiple lives. By Manya Brachear Pashman. 1,276 words. (category: k)