A round up of recent posts by various bloggers who either attempt to strike a balanced note on heated debates and controversial issues, or improve our ability to find our own sense of balance by exposing us to new information and different points-of-view.
McQ examines the possible resurgence of Stalinism in Russia.
Sameer Lalwani looks at developments in the always fascinating world of micro-finance. (These stories never cease to amaze me; how so very little can do so very much.)
Marc Moore discusses the effects of over-regulation, reaching a conclusion very similar to the premise of Philip K. Howard’s 1994 book, The Death of Common Sense.
Amba discovers her “bottom line” on abortion. (This post may well be the most reasonable, most balanced on the subject I’ve ever read.)
Tim Nafziger shares an epiphany and the plans it prompted for a Chicago conference on “Reclaiming Discipleship in a Post-Democratic Society.”
Cobb ponders the challenges of Muslims integrating with Western cultures. Among his conclusions: “Forget about Muslims. How many of us actually know and collaborate in a public spirited way with our neighbors?”