BI in Context [Old MOOS Additional References]

From a broad historical perspective, a look at the origins of today's ever present hyper-polarization.

An examination of the tendency of so many people in so many different contexts to act in extreme ways.

A reminder that, in a world of increasingly aggressive and ruthless geopolitical actors, freedom, peace, and security depends upon much neglected hard power (as well as soft power).

Food for thought for those trying to understand the role that the Internet is playing in promoting distrust and hatred.

A moving interview with a prominent Israeli Arab newscaster describing what it's like to live on the boundary between two warring cultures.

An exploration of the complex religious questions raised by the controversial Super Bowl ad and the importance of caring for the people with whom one disagrees.

An overview of the new book that offers what we see as a much more effective and much less divisive way of addressing racism and other forms of oppression.

An appeal for moderates who can see both sides of today's complex issues to get more evolved in politics. Otherwise, our future will be determined by true believers who see no value in competing views.

A must-read article that explains why Biden's quite successful efforts to create economic opportunities for the working class is not translating into political support.

A description of Hezbollah's much more formidable military capabilities in southern Lebanon (and a preview of what could be a much more devastating war).